New Name: Domaine Boursot, an Old but Relatively Unknown Estate in Chambolle

Boursot is an old domaine in Chambolle-Musigny, but only in recent years has it made its mark in the Burgundy hierarchy.

The estate has quite a few interesting vineyards, Chambolle-Musigny Les Fuees being the most prominent.

The overarching style is forward, vivid, and rather classical, yet with some experiments with amphorae. No vin natur here, but some lovely, pure, almost silky wines – at least in 2022, a vintage that pleases most wine lovers.

So let’s read and taste!

The Boursot history

The history of the Boursot family in Chambolle-Musigny dates back at least to 1550 to a certain Guillaume Boursot.

Leaping over several centuries, Ernest Boursot, born in 1896, and his brother, André Boursot, each owned a wine estate inherited from their ancestors. When they passed on, Jean-François Boursot, born in 1922, inherited part of the vines from his father and uncle.

At the time, he sold all the production to traders in the region. It was not until 1974, with the help of his wife Charlotte, that he decided to bottle his own production, and he opened the first tasting cellar in Chambolle.

Rémy Boursot, born in 1958, took over the domaine in 1984. It had then four hectares of vines spread among the Bourgogne (red and white), Chambolle-Musigny village, and Chambolle 1er cru appellations.

Romaric and Romuald, Remy’s sons, are the 15th generation of the family at the estate. Romaric, born in 1988, studied entrepreneurship and international business, eventually joining the family business as co-manager in 2011. He is responsible for sales and marketing. Romuald, born in 1991, completed a viticulture-oenology course and earned an oenology degree, joining the domaine as viticulture manager and cellar master in 2012.

The 2022 wines

Domaine Boursot Bourgogne Chardonnay 2022

The Bourgogne Chardonnay is from the Chambolle area, and the use of 20% new oak gives it a rich, slightly generous note. White 2022s can easily catch a slightly sweet note on the palate, yet the acidity is fortunately quite good, so no negative issues. An enjoyable wine.

(Drink from 2024) – Very Good (87p) – Tasted 05/07/2023

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Domaine Boursot Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2022

The Bourgogne Pinot Noir is vivid and quite lively, with a third matured in oak and the rest in stainless steel. While not the most complex of wines, it has an effortless palate, and the bouquet is enjoyable. It’s delicate, intense, and pleasant.

(Drink from 2024) – Very Good (89p) – Tasted 05/07/2023

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Domaine Boursot Côte de Nuits Village 2022

The Côte de Nuits Village comes from La Montagne in Corgoloin – a good vineyard. In previous vintages, they had grapes from the fabulous Les Retraits, next to Clos de la Marechale. La Montagne does, however, deliver the goods in 2022. The red fruit is delicate, intense, and effortless. I really like these Corgoloin wines.

(Drink from 2027) – Very Good (88p) – Tasted 05/07/2023

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Domaine Boursot Savigny-les-Beaune 2022

The Savigny-les-Beaune is quite tight, with fine acidity. Despite good ripeness and depth, it is not really revealing much currently. Perhaps not from the most exciting of terroirs, but as a vin de soif, it will work in 2022.

(Drink from 2028) – Very Good (88p) – Tasted 05/07/2023

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Domaine Boursot Gevrey-Chambertin 2022

The Gevrey is unfolding nicely, showing elderberries, raspberries, and good concentration. An intense wine, it’s not as much on home turf as the Chambolles and the Vosne, but is nevertheless showing quite well. Good length and oomph.

(Drink from 2029) – Very Good (88p) – Tasted 05/07/2023 –

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Domaine Boursot Vosne-Romanée Les Chalandins 2022

The Chalandins is a typically elegant Vosne, delicate and light-footed with clear Vosne spices. In my experience it is rare to see Chambolle producers nail the Vosne terroirs, but it looks like Boursot can manage any terroir. I’m impressed by the airy, effortless style.

(Drink from 2032) – Very Good (89p) – Tasted 05/07/2023 –

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Domaine Boursot Chambolle-Musigny 2022

The Chambolle village comes from the terroirs Les Nazoires and Clos Les Echezeaux. The 25% new oak usage is balanced, and this is matured in a combination of new and old oak and amphorae. Quite elegant and enjoyable, this has an effortless, open style with delightful red fruit. I adore these amphorae cuvees, as they often give an airy vividness to the wine.

(Drink from 2032) – Very Good (90p) – Tasted 05/07/2023 –

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