Domaine Antonin Guyon 2014 Chambolle-Musigny, Les Cras

Domaine Antonin Guyon is one of the most prestigious estates in the Côte d’Or, as well as one of the largest family-owned wineries in the region. Started in the 1960s by Antonin Guyon with parcels of land in Gevrey and Meursault, the domaine is controlled and operated today by Antonin’s sons, Dominique and Michel. This Domaine of over 100 acres now produces wines of impeccable quality from 15 different appellations, including some of the most renowned villages of the region.

This wine comes from a single vineyard called les Cras that is village designated but sits just below the Premier Cru of the same name. Superbly situated, the soils are a mix of iron rich clay and limestone rock. The 100% Pinot Noir grapes are hand-harvested and then carried in small wooden boxes to the cellar, where they are sorted. Fermentation takes place for 15 days in open wooden vats at a controlled temperature, with punching down. The wine is aged for 18 months in French oak barrels, 25% of which are new.

This red Burgundy is elegant and stylish. Chambolle-Musigny is known for its deep intense red and black fruits with a subtle power in depth and finish. It ages well and can be kept for 10 years. 2014 was na outstanding vintage and this wine is a steal.