Domaine Ghislaine Barthod – Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru – Les Cras – 2020
Located in Chambolle-Musigny in the Côte de Nuits, Domaine Ghislaine Barthod is among the most prestigious names in Burgundy. For several generations, the Barthod family has carefully cultivated Pinot Noir on exceptional terroirs. Under the leadership of Ghislaine Barthod, the estate is renowned for its respect for soils, vines, and vintages, producing wines of remarkable elegance and precision, considered benchmarks of Chambolle.
The Les Cras Premier Cru vineyard rests on a stony limestone soil that imparts marked minerality and a racy structure to the wines. The 2020 vintage was shaped by ideal conditions, with generous sunshine and early harvests. It produced powerful, concentrated, and balanced wines with superb aging potential. In this cuvée, the solar richness of the vintage combines with the purity and finesse of the terroir, delivering a Chambolle of rare intensity.
Its deep ruby robe reflects the vintage’s concentration. The complex and refined bouquet reveals ripe black fruits (blackcurrant, blackberry, black cherry), accented by floral violet notes and spicy touches. On the palate, the attack is broad and structured, supported by fine yet firm tannins that mirror the power of the terroir and the density of the year. The balance between juicy fruit, mineral freshness, and tannic intensity gives great depth. The long, persistent finish reveals stony and spicy notes, a sign of a wine with remarkable longevity.
Grape variety: 100% Pinot Noir