Domaine Perrot-Minot Chambolle-Musigny Les Fuees
Domaine Perrot-Minot · Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru, Burgundy, France
At a glance
- Producer
- Domaine Perrot-Minot
- Region
- Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru, Burgundy, France
- Grape variety
- Pinot Noir
- Wine type
- Red
- Body
- Medium-bodied and Earthy
- Sweetness
- Dry
- Typical price
- $100-130
Tasting profile
Ripe red cherry, strawberry, subtle underbrush, slight floral notes with mineral hints
Evolution: Will develop savory, forest floor, truffle, and complex spice notes over 10+ years
At peak: Silky texture with layered aromatics, complex earthiness, balanced acidity, and integrated tannins
Structure
- Acidity
- Fresh, lively, balances richness nicely
- Tannins
- Fine-grained, firm but well-integrated evolving towards silky
- Alcohol
- 13-13.5%
- Aging potential
- Excellent – 15+ years expected from vintage
Drinking window
- Peak drinking
- 2030 to 2043
- Optimal window
- 2028 to 2046
- Current status
- Beginning to approach maturity with accessible fruit, but still developing complexity
- Current condition
- Youthful tannins, vibrant acidity, tight structure
This high-quality Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru from a respected domaine combines delicate finesse with solid structure, allowing for extended aging. The vintage 2018's ripe fruit and balanced acidity support a long drinking window, with the wine transitioning from primary red fruits to nuanced tertiary flavors over 15+ years.
Food pairing
Coq au vin, roast duck, game birds, mushroom risotto, aged soft cheeses
Serving
- Serving temperature
- 15-17°C / 59-63°F
- Decant
- Yes (30-45 minutes) — To allow the wine to open up and soften its still-present tannins, enhancing aromas and mouthfeel
Sustainability
Sustainability score: 8/10
Practices organic viticulture focusing on reducing chemical inputs, improving biodiversity, minimal intervention in the winery; uses light-weight packaging
Domaine Perrot-Minot demonstrates a strong commitment to organic viticulture and sustainable farming practices which minimize environmental impact. The lack of biodynamic certification but meticulous organic practices still yields a high sustainability score. Carbon footprint is contained through local sourcing of grapes and responsible packaging, though global distribution adds transportation emissions.