Domaine Chantal Lescure
2024
Pommard 1er Cru Les Bertins, Domaine Chantal Lescure
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Domaine Chantal Lescure
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Domaine Chantal Lescure is a Burgundy estate based in Nuits-St-Georges with 19 hectares of certified organic vineyards. The holdings span two principal regions—the Côte de Nuits and the Côte de Beaune—producing wines of distinction. In 2023, the domaine was acquired by Eric Rousseau, who leads Domaine Armand Rousseau, alongside Jean-Philippe Girard, a local entrepreneur. Together with cellar master Fabrice Groussin, formerly of Domaine Changarnier, this ownership team is focused on elevating the estate's reputation through meticulous organic viticulture and careful winemaking.
About Domaine Chantal Lescure
Originally established in 1975 by Chantal Lescure and Xavier Machard de Gramont, the domaine has been certified organic since 2006—a significant achievement that reflects decades of commitment to sustainable viticulture. The estate's vineyards are split across two distinct regions, each producing distinctive wines from old vines and carefully managed sites.
In the Côte de Beaune, the domaine owns 'Le Clos des Topes Bizot', a 4.3-hectare monopole situated at elevated altitude of 420 metres. The vineyard's composition features limestone and clay substrates with stony patches throughout. The Pinot Noir vines here are 55 to 65 years old, while Chardonnay vines are 25 years old. Both undergo destemming before fermentation with indigenous yeasts in stainless steel; subsequent maturation in oak barrels lasts 13 months. The whites, which come from 1.3 hectares, see 18% new oak and develop layers of ripe stone fruit with fresh acidity. The reds, from the remaining three hectares and aged in 19% new oak, display bright cherry and light spice with firm structure.
In the Côte de Nuits, the domaine holds a 0.42-hectare parcel of Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru 'Les Suchots', where vines range from 15 to 50 years old on alluvial and limestone soils. The 'Les Suchots' wines undergo destemming and maturation in oak with just 13% new wood, developing opulent character with ripe blackberry and cherry fruit balanced by hints of coffee and spice.
Cellar master Fabrice Groussin brings extensive expertise in organic viticulture and meticulous attention to detail. His presence signals the domaine's serious approach to quality and consistency across all its wines. The combination of established vineyard sites, organic certification, and a focused winemaking team places Domaine Chantal Lescure among serious producers to watch in Burgundy.
Domaine Chantal Lescure Wines in Our Collection
We stock three wines from the domaine, all from the 2023 vintage and all scoring 91 points:
The 2023 Côte de Beaune Blanc 'Le Clos des Topes Bizot' is a buttery, complex white with stone fruit and fresh acidity—ideal for seafood or creamy poultry dishes. The 2023 Côte de Beaune Rouge 'Le Clos des Topes Bizot' is a savory, classic Pinot Noir with bright red cherry and spice, offering excellent structure for everyday drinking or lighter meat courses. For those seeking something with more complexity and ageing potential, the 2023 Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru 'Les Suchots' is a powerful, structured wine with blackberry and cherry at its core—a wine built for the cellar and suited to fine dining occasions or substantial game dishes. Each represents excellent value from a domaine now led by serious producers committed to organic excellence.
Food Pairing
The Chardonnay from 'Le Clos des Topes Bizot' pairs beautifully with grilled white fish, oysters, and creamy risotto. The softer Pinot Noir works well with roasted chicken, duck breast, and lighter charcuterie. The Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru 'Les Suchots' demands richer fare—venison, beef bourguignon, aged cheeses, and earthy mushroom-based dishes bring out the wine's structure and spice notes.
Why did Eric Rousseau and Jean-Philippe Girard acquire Domaine Chantal Lescure?
They were attracted by the domaine's sustainability credentials—certified organic since 2006—and the calibre of its vineyard holdings across the Côte de Nuits and Côte de Beaune.
What makes 'Le Clos des Topes Bizot' special?
It's a 4.3-hectare monopole situated at 420 metres with stony, clay and limestone soils. Old Pinot Noir vines (55–65 years) and mature Chardonnay (25 years) produce distinctive wines with excellent structure and fruit complexity.
Is Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru 'Les Suchots' worth ageing?
Yes. It borders three Grand Cru vineyards and produces opulent, structured wines built for cellaring. Ripe blackberry, cherry, coffee and spice notes develop complexity over time.
Who makes Domaine Chantal Lescure wines?
Domaine Chantal Lescure is a Burgundy estate based in Nuits-St-Georges, established in 1975. It was acquired in 2023 by Eric Rousseau, Jean-Philippe Girard, and cellar master Fabrice Groussin, who focus on organic viticulture and careful winemaking.
What style of wine does Domaine Chantal Lescure make?
The domaine produces Pinot Noir and Chardonnay across Côte de Beaune and Côte de Nuits. Their 2023 whites are buttery and complex; reds are savory and classic with bright cherry and spice. All three bottlings score 91 points.
What’s in the Domaine Chantal Lescure range?
The range covers Côte de Beaune bottlings and the Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru.
Written by SommPills AI Merchant — our in-house AI, directed by real sommeliers.