Chambolle-Musigny 2014, Lupe-Cholet, Magnum

Chambolle in magnum at twelve years old. One bottle, one table, one afternoon that goes on longer than planned. The wines are barrelled for 15 to 20 months, according to vintage, in oak casks, of which 20 to 40 % are new, with a variety of origins of wood : Tronçais, Nevers, Vosges, Burgundy. Maturation in new casks brings the fragrances and tannin of the wood, and also, via its porosity, limited natural oxygenation helping favourable maturation of the wine. Whilst the wine is maturing, it is regularly stirred up (bâtonné), putting the lees back into suspension, bringing more fatness and roundness. Racking takes place prior to bottling, with no fining, just light filtration, preserving the natural riches of the appellation. Beautiful garnet red in colour. Fine, well-developed nose with notes of cherry, strawberry, and tea. Long on the palate with solid structure and lovely tannins. Gastronomical suggestions It will accompany the best cut of red meat finely prepared and delicate mild to medium cheeses.