At a glance

Producer

Ghislaine Barthod

Region

Burgundy, France

Grape variety

Pinot Noir

Wine type

Red

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$70-$120

Tasting profile

Bright red cherry and raspberry fruit with floral, spice and subtle earth elements

Evolution: Fruit will integrate with more pronounced savory, forest floor and mineral notes over 5-8 years

At peak: Elegant complexity with refined tannins, vibrant acidity, and layered aromatics ca. 6-10 years from vintage

Structure

Acidity

Fresh and well-balanced

Tannins

Fine-grained and silky, moderate intensity

Alcohol

13-13.5%

Aging potential

10-15 years typical for this cuvée; Les Cras vineyard wines from Ghislaine Barthod show fine aging capacity driven by terroir and producer style

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2028 to 2044

Optimal window

2025 to 2047

Current status

Approaching early maturity

Current condition

Youthful with developing complexity, some primary fruit and emerging tertiary notes

This wine's structured yet balanced tannins combined with fresh acidity and the prime terroir of Les Cras in Chambolle-Musigny support a mid-term aging window that enhances complexity and smoothness. The 2019 vintage’s warmth adds richness helping early approachability but benefits from cellaring to fully develop.

Food pairing

Pair with roasted duck, grilled wild mushrooms, game birds, aged soft cheeses, and herb-roasted pork. Earthy flavors and moderate body match well with savory autumn dishes.

Serving

Serving temperature

15-17°C (59-63°F)

Decant

Yes (30-60 minutes) — To allow subtle tannins to soften and aromatics to open up

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Minimal intervention in vineyard, limited use of chemical inputs, focus on soil health and biodiversity

Ghislaine Barthod’s estate emphasizes sustainability through environmentally conscious farming and careful vineyard management, though formal certification has not been obtained. The small estate scale supports manual labor and careful handling, reducing machinery use. Packaging uses standard Burgundy bottles with moderate weight glass. The local sourcing minimizes upstream emissions but export shipping impacts global footprint moderately.