Winery: Laurent Ponsot
Country / Region: France, Burgundy
Date Winery was established: 2015
Grape Variety: Pinot Noir
Alcohol Content / Volume: 13% / 750ml
First Vintage Released: 2015
Good to Know: The elegance and depth of Chambolle-Musigny wines make a compelling statement, first visually with its vibrant ruby color, enhanced by vivid, gleaming reflections. It has a characteristic bouquet of violets and small red fruits. Rich and intricate, Chambolle-Musigny treats the palate to a smooth, lacy texture. Despite its tender delicacy, it upholds a robust and enduring structure, with its tannins displaying a gentle quality.
Well-paired with a Bresse capon featuring delicate fibers, the velvety yet rich tannins of Chambolle-Musigny, and especially the Premiers Crus, subtly envelop the palate.
In Burgundy, the term “Charmes” refers to barren lands, with implications of a "thatch", where hornbeam groves—young, rugged trees known for their heat-resistant wood—once flourished.
