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Domaine Grivelet from Chambolle-Musigny

The Domaine Grivelet in the Burgundian commune of Chambolle-Musigny is one of the legendary, yet now almost forgotten, estates of the Côte de Nuits. It was a small, traditional winery, whose wines are now known primarily for older, mature vintages that reflect a classic era of winegrowing. Under the name Grivelet Père & Fils, it produces mainly Pinot Noir and receives high ratings from connoisseurs.

The vineyards of Domaine Grivelet are situated in Chambolle-Musigny, an appellation whose name is thought to derive from the Latin ‘campus’ and suggests settlement dating back to Roman times. The commune’s approximately 180 hectares, of which 61 hectares comprise 24 Premiers Crus, rest on calcareous bedrock, interspersed with gravel, crushed stone and scree. The east-southeast-facing slopes create ideal conditions for Pinot Noir. Grivelet’s wines come from some of the most prestigious sites in the commune. Particularly renowned are the Premier Cru wines from ‘Les Charmes’, whose fractured limestone soil produces wines with an exceptional, crisp texture and floral aromas , as well as those from the famous ‘Les Amoureuses’, which, due to its silky texture and aromatic complexity. The portfolio also includes Grand Cru wines such as the Chambertin Clos-de-Bèze.

The wines from Domaine Grivelet are the epitome of Burgundian elegance and finesse. On the nose, they reveal lush aromas of raspberry, candied strawberries, violets and undergrowth, whilst on the palate, fine and lovely tannins define their silky character. The bottles from the 1960s and 1970s, which still occasionally turn up on the market today, bear witness to remarkable ageing potential. The 1976 vintage, for example, known for its intense summer heat, produced wines of exceptional concentration and structural depth.

Today, the Domaine Grivelet is no longer in operation; its wines have become highly sought-after rarities amongst collectors. They offer a rare insight into the art of traditional Burgundian winemaking from decades past and remain a living testament to the unique terroirs of Chambolle-Musigny.