Méo-Camuzet Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Cras 2021

This dry red wine from the AOC Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru is crafted by the Méo-Camuzet winery. It features aromas of dark cherries and fresh raspberries with hints of anise, a velvety texture, and a well-defined mineral finish.

Key facts

• Grape variety: Pinot Noir
• D.O. / Region: AOC Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru, Burgundy
• Winery: Méo-Camuzet
• Soil / Altitude: Medium-depth clay, southern exposure
• Ageing / Cellaring potential: Oak aged, cellaring potential of 2 to 8 years

The vineyard

The grapes originate from the Les Cras vineyard, located on a south-facing slope. The entrance of a nearby valley provides a cooling influence to this sunny terroir, where the clay soil supports the balanced development of the vines.

Ideal combination

Meat

Meat dishes pair well with full-bodied red wines — they enhance the flavour and soften the richness.

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Poultry

Poultry works with light white wines — Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc — or soft reds like Pinot Noir, Grenache.

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Cheese

Cheeses pair well with wine: hard cheeses with reds, soft and blue cheeses with whites and fortified wines.

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Winemaking

Vinification focuses on precise fruit extraction. An early malolactic fermentation leads to a slightly shorter aging period in oak barrels, ensuring seamless wood integration that preserves the varietal identity.

Why buy it

If you are looking for a cellaring wine from Côte de Nuits, this red will bring distinction to your collection. Its freshness and structure promise excellent development over the coming years. You can buy Méo-Camuzet Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Cras 2021 online to experience a Premier Cru of great finesse.