Remoissenet Père et Fils Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Combottes 2018

Winery Background and History

Founded in 1877 in Beaune, Burgundy, Remoissenet Père et Fils is a historic estate known for producing refined, classic Burgundy wines. Operating from a 14th-century cellar, the estate underwent significant revitalization after its acquisition in 2005. With substantial investments in both vineyard holdings and winemaking facilities, Remoissenet has re-emerged as a producer of high-quality wines that reflect the diverse terroirs of Burgundy.

Producer and Winemaker

Since 2005, the winemaking at Remoissenet has been led by Claudie Jobard, who brings a wealth of experience from her tenure at Maison Joseph Drouhin. Under her guidance, the estate emphasizes meticulous vineyard management and traditional winemaking techniques to produce wines that express the unique characteristics of each vineyard site.

Vineyards and Micro Climate

The Les Combottes vineyard is a Premier Cru site in Chambolle-Musigny, situated in the Côte de Nuits sub-region of Burgundy. The vineyard’s terroir is characterized by limestone-rich soils with varying amounts of clay, providing excellent drainage and mineral richness. The microclimate, influenced by elevation and exposure, contributes to the grapes’ balanced ripening and the wine’s complexity.

Vinification & Aging Methods

Grapes are hand-harvested and sorted both in the vineyard and at the cellar. Fermentation occurs using indigenous yeasts in open-top, temperature-controlled French oak vats. The wine is then aged in 350-liter French oak barrels, with a portion of new oak used to impart subtle complexity. The wine is bottled unfined and unfiltered to preserve its natural character.

Tasting Notes

The 2018 Chambolle-Musigny Les Combottes 1er Cru is deep, powerful, and explosive, offering striking dimension and complexity. Black cherry, plum, lavender, spice, and menthol infuse the wine with tremendous character. A velvety texture and gentle tannins lead to a peppery finish, showcasing the wine’s balance and elegance. 

Food & Wine Pairing

This wine pairs excellently with rich meats such as beef, lamb, and game. Dishes like ribeye steak with Béarnaise sauce, duck with cherries, or smoked venison with parsnip purée and salt-baked beetroot complement its robust structure and complex flavors. Aged cheeses like Comté also make a harmonious pairing.

Service Methods and Temperatures

Serve this wine at 16–18°C (60–64°F) to fully appreciate its aromatic complexity and texture. Decanting for 1–2 hours before serving is recommended to allow the wine to open up and reveal its full bouquet and flavor profile. Use large Burgundy glasses to enhance the tasting experience.

Storage and Aging Potential

The 2018 Chambolle-Musigny Les Combottes 1er Cru has the structure and concentration to age gracefully for 10–15 years. Proper cellaring conditions—cool, dark, and with consistent temperature—will allow the wine to develop additional complexity and depth over time, revealing nuanced flavors and aromas.

Grape Varietals & Percentage Used

• 100% Pinot Noir

ABV (Alcohol by Volume)

• 13%

Scores

• Wine Enthusiast: 92/100