Chambolle wines are above all models of elegance and finesse. Though only medium-coloured, they emanate voluminous aromas of raspberry, crystallised strawberries, violets and forest undergrowth. In body, these wines are marked by fine tannins and their associated unctuousness. Light in acid, the wines are notable for their meatiness, and the 1ers Crus are highly concentrated. On the nose, aromas of cocoa and eucalyptus mingle with small red fruits and redcurrants. On the palate, the concentration doesn’t detract from its finesse, with a tannic structure that is there but very discreet. Above all, it’s the wine’s length on both the nose and palate that characterise this delicate appellation.
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Two thirds higher up and one third below. First to be picked. Ripe purple colour a pretty and balanced nose alongside, fresh and floral, definitely violets here. Excellent acidity behind, really vibrant with a delicious pure crisp finish on dark cherries.
(90-93) points, Inside Burgundy (November 2019)
Alfred Hitchcock adored Burgundy, his cellar in Bel Air, Los Angeles contained a lot, but it was Chambolle-Musigny that was his favourite and that made up the majority of his collection.
Regarded as producing some of the most elegant wines in the Côte de Nuits, with rich concentration of fruit - though they tend to be a little lighter in colour. The village has two Grand Cru vineyards, Musigny which is rich and silky and Bonnes Mares (shared with Morey-St-Denis) which is firmer and broader, with impeccable ageing potential.
The wines of Chambolle are first and foremost models of elegance and finesse. They have a medium robe and a generous nose of raspberries, strawberry confit, violets, and underbrush. The palate is market by fine tannins and a soft mouthfeel. They are not very acidic but rather make an impression by their fleshiness. The Premier Cru are more concentrated and are often quite firm. Some of the grand cru are powerful and robust (Bonnes Mares), while others are supple, voluptuous, and distinguished (Musigny).
