Domaine Thibault Liger Belair - Burgundy - Les Grands Chaillots 2022
The Domaine Thibault Liger-Belair is one of the standout signatures of contemporary Côte de Nuits. Located in Nuits-Saint-Georges, it is part of an old family history linked to the great Burgundy houses and a wine heritage passed down through several generations. Since taking over the estate in the early 2000s, Thibault Liger-Belair has imposed a precise, demanding style deeply attached to the reading of terroirs. Soil work, the search for natural balance, and the biological and biodynamic approach give the wines an identity that is at once pure, energetic, and refined. Les Grands Chaillots 2022 holds a very interesting place in the range, as it far exceeds the image of a simple regional Burgundy. This cuvée combines the power of Nuits-Saint-Georges and the finesse of Chambolle-Musigny, two emblematic villages of the Côte de Nuits. It thus offers a high-quality introduction to the estate's universe, with a level of depth and length rarely expected at this appellation level.
The Bourgogne Les Grands Chaillots 2022 cuvée is made exclusively from Pinot Noir, the king grape of Burgundy's great reds. The grapes come from several plots located in the communes of Nuits-Saint-Georges and Chambolle-Musigny, with old vines that naturally bring density and complexity. The clay-silty soils give the wine a supple structure, fruity matter, and a good aging potential. The part from Nuits-Saint-Georges brings more depth, firmness, and character, while the Chambolle origin refines the whole with a silkier and floral dimension. The harvest is done manually, with about 20% whole clusters contributing to freshness, aromatic relief, and tension in the wine. Fermentation lasts about three weeks, with a gentle extraction approach to preserve the Pinot Noir grain. The 15-month aging, with a measured proportion of new barrels, supports the texture without overpowering the fruit.
In the glass, Domaine Thibault Liger-Belair Bourgogne Les Grands Chaillots 2022 reveals an elegant, expressive, and very well-constructed Burgundy red. The nose opens on raspberry, red cherry, cranberry, and small wild berries, with floral nuances and a delicately spicy touch. The palate is juicy, supple, and full of energy, driven by precise fruit and a salivating acidity. The texture is velvety, with fine tannins that provide structure without hardening the tasting. The finish maintains a beautiful length, blending red fruit, freshness, peppery notes, and a slight earthy sensation. This Burgundy can be enjoyed young after a short aeration but will gain complexity after a few years in the cellar. It will perfectly accompany roasted poultry, pork tenderloin, veal with mushrooms, duck with mild spices, porcini risotto, or a refined soft cheese.
Grape variety: 100% Pinot Noir
