Domaine Michel Magnien Bourgogne Côte d'Or Les Graviers 2021 is an elegant Burgundy Pinot Noir crafted by the biodynamic-focused estate Domaine Michel Magnien. Sourced from the Les Graviers climat near Chambolle-Musigny in the Côte d'Or, it offers vibrant red berry fruit, subtle spice and earthy nuances with silky tannins and fresh acidity. A refined and expressive Burgundy with excellent balance.

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Frédéric Magnien is an alchemist of the Côte d'Or' Climats, combining talent and terroir.

Alongside his fortunate destiny as a winemaker, heir to the Domaine Michel MAGNIEN, Frédéric MAGNIEN guides his eponymous company among the Grands Crus of the Côte de Nuits.

In a holistic spirit, Frédéric made the audacious choice in 2012, to conduct a viticulture Biodynamic. This philosophy, in total adequacy with the Burgundy terroirs, brings to the wine a quality always more accomplished.

Here nature presides, the vine grower accompanies it; we drink the expression of their harmony.

Geographic description
It was in 1395 that Philippe Le Hardi forbade the cultivation of Gamay in favor of Pinot Black to improve wine quality. Within the AOC Burgundy are produced red wines, white and rosé. The regional appellation covers nearly 2500 hectares of the Yonne department in the Rhône via Côte-d'Or. The Côte de Nuits is the chosen fields of Pinot Noir, 80% of the wines produced in Côte de Nuits are red wines.

Geological description
"Les Graviers" is a climate of Chambolle-Musigny. The vine on this plot is planted from North to South. The roots are deep on clay soil with gravel in the subsoil, which ensure good water retention and supports better hot and heavy summer time. Les Graviers vines are approximately 30 years old.

Technical Specs

Alcohol: 13.0% ABV
Closure: Natural Cork
Harvest/Vintage: 2021; hand-harvested grapes
Oak: Aged for several months in oak barrels, including a proportion of new oak
Varietals: 100% Pinot Noir
Farming/Vineyard: Les Graviers climat in Chambolle-Musigny, Côte de Nuits. Approximately 30-year-old vines planted north to south, with deep clay soils and gravelly subsoil that helps retain moisture.
Winemaking: Hand-harvested and carefully selected grapes. Traditional fermentation, with ageing on fine lees to enhance texture and aromatic complexity. Domaine Michel Magnien follows organic and biodynamic viticulture practices.
Winemaker/Producer: Michel Magnien; Frédéric Magnien
Region/Appellation: Chambolle-Musigny, Côte de Nuits, Burgundy, France
Classification: Bourgogne Côte d'Or AOC – Regional Appellation

Serving Temperature: 15-17°C
Decanting: 20–30 minutes; gentle aeration helps reveal its fresh fruit and mineral character
Food Pairing: Coq au vin, roast chicken, grilled salmon, roast beef, duck breast, mushroom dishes and soft aged cheeses