2022 Millemann Chambertin Grand Cru

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 passing on their passion. Pierre began studying 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 soon understood that terroir was the key. Therefore, he went to work in the vineyards and cellars for a year. First in Germany, then at Château Carbonnieux (Pessac-Léognan, Bordeaux), and finally with Charles Heidsieck (Champagne). He returned to university to perfect his knowledge and obtained a degree in oenology in Champagne and subsequently a national degree in oenology in Dijon. Afterward, he continued to gain experience by holding various positions in different regions of 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 started producing wine in 2017. He debuted with his Corton Charlemagne Grand Cru, which was immediately well received in the wine world. Thanks to his knowledge, expertise, and finesse, it was no wonder that his wines turned out well. Because he is still a relatively new producer, there is not yet much information available about his production and vinification methods. We do know, however, 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 covering 12.90 hectares in Gevrey-Chambertin in the Côte de Nuits. This plot is located in the center of all the other Grand Crus in the region. Surrounding Chambertin are the Grand Crus: Latricieres-Chambertin, Charmes-Chambertin, Mazoyeres-Chambertin, Griotte-Chambertin, and Chambertin-Clos de Beze. Just like all other regions in Burgundy, only red wine may be made from Pinot Noir here. Chambertin is situated at an altitude 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, one encounters white oolite. In the rest of the vineyard, the soil is browner, mixed with clay and pebbles. Chambertin is among the best vineyards of the Côte d'Or, one of a handful including Les Musigny, Clos-de-Bèze, La Romanée, La Tâche, La Romanée-Conti, and (for white) Le Montrachet. Currently, Chambertin is divided among 25 owners, each with their own number of vines.

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