Michel Magnien Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Sentiers 2018 - 750 ml

Faiveley Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Aux Beaux Bruns 2019 is a prestigious red wine from the Chambolle-Musigny appellation, located in the Côte de Nuits region of Burgundy, one of the most iconic and refined wine regions in the world. This 1er Cru is one of the great wines of the appellation, and the Aux Beaux Bruns cuvée is a perfect example of the finesse and elegance that can be expected from the best Pinot Noir produced in this region. Domaine Faiveley is one of the most respected houses in Burgundy, with a history dating back several centuries. It is renowned for its high-quality wines, carefully cultivated on prestigious terroirs.

The 2019 vintage offered a beautiful maturation of the grapes, with a relatively warm but balanced climate, which allowed the winegrowers to harvest perfectly ripe fruit, offering an exceptional aromatic concentration and freshness .

Tasting notes:

• Appearance : The Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Aux Beaux Bruns 2019 has a bright and clear ruby ​​red color, with garnet highlights. The color is bright and intense, testifying to the youth and richness of this wine.
• Nose : The nose is extremely fresh and expressive , with delicate aromas of ripe red fruits , including raspberry , black cherry and hints of wild strawberry . These fruit notes are beautifully accompanied by floral aromas of violet , typical of the Chambolle-Musigny appellation, as well as more complex nuances of terroir , with notes of undergrowth , light spice (cinnamon, white pepper), and a hint of noble wood from the aging in oak barrels. A slight mineral character completes the olfactory profile, bringing a sensation of purity and refinement.
• Palate : On the palate, this wine is elegant , velvety , with a silky texture that caresses the palate. The attack is round and supple, followed by flavors of ripe red fruits , raspberry and cherry , which blend with slightly spicy and woody notes. The tannins are fine and well integrated, offering a delicate but present structure . The freshness of the wine is also remarkable, balancing the richness of the fruit and giving the wine an exceptional length . The finish is persistent , marked by aromas of violet , dried flower , and a slight terroir side that recalls the calcareous and clayey-sandy soil of the appellation.

Style & Chords:

The Faiveley Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Aux Beaux Bruns 2019 is a wine of great finesse , perfect to accompany delicate and refined dishes. Here are some suggestions for food and wine pairings to enhance this vintage:

• Red meats : Roasted duck breast , grilled veal chop , or herb-cooked beef rib .
• Meats in sauce : Beef bourguignon , or rabbit with prunes .
• Game : Hare à la royale , roast wild boar , or partridge with fruit.
• Cheeses : Soft cheeses like Brie de Meaux , Coulommiers , or matured Comté .
• Vegetarian dishes : A seasonal vegetable tart , a mushroom risotto , or stuffed mushrooms .

Production :

The Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Aux Beaux Bruns 2019 is the result of a rigorous selection of grapes grown on vines that are around forty years old, located on well-oriented plots of the Chambolle-Musigny appellation, particularly in the Aux Beaux Bruns climate, renowned for producing high-quality wines. Domaine Faiveley practices environmentally friendly viticulture, with careful soil cultivation, reasoned management of phytosanitary treatments and manual harvesting in order to guarantee a rigorous selection of grapes.

The wine is vinified in wooden vats for traditional fermentation, followed by aging in oak barrels , about 30% of which are new. This process brings additional complexity to the wine, while preserving the expression of the terroir and the purity of the fruit aromas. The wine is then bottled after light filtration.

Aging potential:

The Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Aux Beaux Bruns 2019 has excellent aging potential . Although already enjoyable to drink in its youth, it will improve over many years in the cellar. This wine will evolve in complexity over time, and its tannins will gradually blend, giving way to aromas of undergrowth , truffle , and minerality that will develop over the years. It can be kept for 10 to 15 years, or even more, in good storage conditions.

In summary:

The Faiveley Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Aux Beaux Bruns 2019 is a wine of great elegance , with delicate floral aromas , ripe red fruit flavors and remarkable freshness , typical of the Chambolle-Musigny appellation. This vintage is a perfect example of the expertise of the Faiveley estate, offering great finesse and impressive length . It is an ideal wine for Burgundy lovers looking for a refined wine, with exceptional aging potential. It will wonderfully accompany refined dishes and can also be enjoyed on its own to appreciate all its complexity and purity.