2020 Chambolle Musigny Rouge, Domaine Georges Lignier

Based in the heart of Morey-Saint-Denis, Domaine Georges Lignier is a fifth-generation family estate with deep roots in Burgundy’s Côte de Nuits. The domaine, now led by Georges’ great-nephew Benoît Stehly, oversees 16 hectares of exceptional vineyards, including holdings in several of the region’s most revered Grand and Premier Crus. Combining traditional winemaking methods with a precise, terroir-driven approach, Georges Lignier has earned a reputation for crafting structured, age-worthy wines that express the subtle complexities of each individual site.

The 2020 Chambolle-Musigny Rouge is a graceful and finely detailed expression of this famed village, celebrated for producing some of Burgundy’s most elegant Pinot Noir. Sourced from vines rooted in limestone-rich soils, this wine captures Chambolle’s signature finesse, aromatic lift, and silky texture.

In the glass, it opens with alluring aromas of wild strawberry, crushed raspberry, and rose petals, underpinned by delicate notes of spice, tea leaf, and forest floor. The palate is supple and refined, with a seamless flow of red berry fruit, fine-grained tannins, and a whisper of minerality. Despite the wine’s delicacy, there is real depth and persistence, offering a long, poised finish that leaves a lasting impression.

The 2020 vintage delivers both concentration and clarity, making this a beautifully balanced Chambolle-Musigny that is expressive in its youth but will reward mid-term cellaring. A perfect choice for lovers of Pinot Noir at its most elegant and terroir-focused.