{"product_id":"ghislaine-barthod-chambolle-musigny-les-cras-1er-cru-2013-magnum","title":"Ghislaine Barthod Chambolle-Musigny Les Cras 1er cru 2013 Magnum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2013 Ghislaine Barthod Chambolle-Musigny Les Cras 1er Cru Magnum is a beautifully refined expression of one of Chambolle-Musigny’s most admired premier cru sites. Crafted from 100% Pinot Noir, it combines precision, elegance, and a strong sense of terroir, with the magnum format adding extra aging potential and poise. Les Cras has long been valued for its mineral-driven character, and in the hands of Domaine Ghislaine Barthod it becomes a wine of real depth and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, this wine shows a translucent ruby hue typical of fine Burgundy. The bouquet is fragrant and layered, offering ripe cherry, raspberry, violet, forest floor, and a subtle spice note, all lifted by a cool, mineral freshness.\n\nOn the palate, it is graceful and lively, with bright acidity, silky tannins, and a delicate but persistent core of red fruit. The finish is long and refined, marked by limestone-inflected minerality and quiet spice. While already appealing for its freshness and detail, the magnum format and balanced structure suggest excellent aging potential over 10–15 years or more.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLes Cras sits in the heart of Chambolle-Musigny, where limestone and clay soils contribute both tension and elegance to the wine. The 2013 vintage was shaped by a cool growing season, making careful vineyard work especially important, and the grapes were hand-harvested and sorted to preserve only the best fruit. Vinification followed a classic Burgundian approach with natural fermentation, then aging in French oak barrels, including a proportion of new oak, to support rather than overshadow the site’s natural character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis wine pairs beautifully with dishes that complement its finesse rather than overwhelm it, such as duck breast, roast quail, veal, mushroom risotto, or game birds. Serve at around 15–17°C for the best balance of aromatics and texture. Decanting is optional if opened young, but a gentle decant can help the wine खुल up and show its layered perfume more fully.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDomaine Ghislaine Barthod is one of the respected family domaines in Chambolle-Musigny, known for producing terroir-driven wines with precision, structure, and elegance. The domaine has earned a strong reputation in Burgundy for its thoughtful vineyard work and restrained winemaking style, with wines that consistently reflect the subtleties of each parcel. Over time, it has become a benchmark producer for those seeking authentic, finely etched Chambolle-Musigny.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Ghislaine Barthod","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54252325896529,"sku":"FW-8940","price":602.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/chambolle-musigny_123_cru_les_cras_8.png?v=1783444111","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/ghislaine-barthod-chambolle-musigny-les-cras-1er-cru-2013-magnum","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}