2022 Millemann Chambertin Grand Cru

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Pierre Millemann grew up between Anjou, where his parents lived, and Alsace, where his grandparents lived and where he spent all his holidays. His father and grandfather, both wine lovers and connoisseurs, soon began to pass on their passion. Pierre began to study in Paris. During his first internship he met René Renou (President of the Institut National des Appellations d'Origine), who quickly became his mentor. Fascinated by the development of wine, Pierre quickly understood that the terroir was the key. That's why he went to work in the vineyards and cellars for a year. First in Germany, then at Château Carbonnieux (Pessac-Léognan, Bordeaux) and finally at Charles Heidsieck (Champagne). He returned to university to perfect his knowledge, obtaining a diploma in oenology in Champagne and then a national diploma in oenology in Dijon. He then continued to gain experience by holding various positions in different regions in France. It was in the Jura, where he worked as a cellar master, that he met Stephanie, then a sommelier student, who became his wife.

Pierre has started producing wine since 2017. He made his debut with his Corton Charlemagne Grand Cru, which was immediately well received in the wine world. Given his knowledge, expertise and finesse, it was no wonder that his wines would turn out well. Because it is still a fairly new producer, not much is yet known about its production and vinification methods. We do know that he produces a number of cuvées. Today he makes wines from the most exclusive vineyards in Burgundy. Think of Corton-Charlemagne, Chambertin, Bonnes-Mares and Corton-Renardes.

Pierre Millemann has only recently started producing wine so the early vintages are difficult to find and will be highly sought after by collectors. Chambertin is the name of a Grand Cru vineyard with an area of 12.90 hectares in Gevrey-Chambertin in the Côte de Nuits. This plot is located in the center of all other Grand Cru's in the region. The Grand Crus surrounding Chambertin are: Latricieres-Chambertin, Charmes-Chambertin, Mazoyeres-Chambertin, Griotte-Chambertin and Chambertin-Clos de Beze. Like all other regions in Burgundy, only red wine may be made here from Pinot Noir. Chambertin is located at an altitude of between 275 and 300 meters, protected by the Montagne de la Combe-Grisard. The soil consists mainly of Bajocian limestone, but in the southern part and as one ascends the slope, white oölite is found. In the rest of the vineyard the soil is browner, mixed with clay and pebbles. Chambertin is one of the best vineyards on the Côte d'Or, one of a handful that includes Les Musigny, Clos-de-Bèze, La Romanée, La Tâche, La Romanée-Conti and (for white) Le Montrachet. Chambertin is currently divided among 25 owners, each with their own amount of vines.

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