Viniou Reviews
The 2005 Chambolle-Musigny Premier Cru from Domaine Comte Georges de Vogüé is a superb example of Pinot Noir from one of Burgundy’s most elegant terroirs. The 2005 vintage is renowned for its exceptional balance and concentration, expressing an ideal growing season with warm days and cool nights. This Premier Cru bottling is crafted with meticulous care, highlighting the nuanced personality of Chambolle-Musigny: a wine marked by finesse, a silky texture, and vibrant red fruit. Aromas of ripe raspberry, wild strawberry and red cherry are complemented by floral notes of violets and rose, as well as subtle touches of graphite and spice from refined oak maturation. On the palate, the wine displays both power and delicacy, with fine-grained tannins, refreshing acidity and a lingering, mineral-driven finish.
Chambolle-Musigny is part of the celebrated Côte de Nuits in Burgundy, a region globally revered for producing some of the world’s greatest Pinot Noirs. The vineyards here benefit from a continental climate, with marked temperature variations encouraging the slow ripening of grapes and the retention of natural acidity. Soils in Chambolle-Musigny are dominated by limestone with a clay subsoil, contributing to the wine’s characteristic finesse, aromatic lift and persistence on the palate. Domaine Comte Georges de Vogüé, one of the appellation’s most historic estates, has been a custodian of these precious terroirs for centuries, continually striving for purity and authenticity in their wines.
For food pairings, this Chambolle-Musigny Premier Cru is versatile and particularly well matched with classic Burgundian dishes such as coq au vin or duck with cherries. Its subtle structure and bright fruit make it an ideal companion for delicate meats like veal or roasted pigeon. Wild mushroom risotto or a truffle-infused poultry dish also offer harmonious accords, highlighting the wine’s earthy undertones and aromatics.
When serving, decanting for an hour is recommended to allow the wine’s complexity to fully emerge. The ideal tasting temperature is around 16-17°C, accentuating its elegance and perfume while maintaining freshness and structure. This wine can be appreciated now or cellared further, where it will continue to gain in complexity for many years to come.
