B027 FREDERIC COSSARD CHAMBOLLE MUSIGNY LES HERBUES 2021 750ml

Frédéric Cossard sometimes presents highly individual interpretations of grape varieties and terroirs in his VdF series that go beyond conventional understanding. In appellations such as Vosne-Romanée and Chambolle-Musigny, however, he produces classic wines that remain faithful to the character of the terroir and bring out its uniqueness to the fullest. (Even here, he uses egg-shaped cement tanks for élevage, of course to avoid masking the flavour of Pinot Noir with oak. This point differs from the traditional methods of Burgundy wine making.)

The most successful among the elegant and airy series of 2021 is Vosne-Romanée as well as this Chambolle-Musigny, made from over 60 years of Vieilles Vignes planted on a small parcel of 0.2 ha in Lieu-dit Les Herbues. It has a sensual aroma with no heaviness; it is delicate and extremely smooth.

Frédéric Cossard’s red wines are generally easy to enjoy from a young stage, and this Chambolle-Musigny is no exception. One thing to keep in mind, however, is that this Chambolle-Musigny is capricious: its taste can vary greatly from one day to the next. If you take care to bring the wine into good condition, choose an appropriate glass, and the roulette wheel stops on your number, it will offer an exceptional wine experience.