Meo-Camuzet Les Chaumes Vosne-Romanee Premier Cru 2017 0,75L

Domaine Méo-Camuzet Les Chaumes Vosne-Romanée Premier Cru 2017

The Estate

Domaine Méo-Camuzet stands among Burgundy’s most prestigious estates, producing wines of extraordinary elegance and precision from some of the Côte de Nuits’ finest terroirs. Founded in 1959 when Jean Méo inherited vineyard holdings from the legendary Étienne Camuzet, the domaine rose to international acclaim under Jean-Nicolas Méo and cellarmaster Christian Faurois, who pioneered techniques now standard across Burgundy: cold pre-fermentation maceration, gentle extraction, and minimal intervention.

Today, Méo-Camuzet farms 15 hectares across Vosne-Romanée, Nuits-Saint-Georges, and Corton, including exceptional holdings in Grand Cru and Premier Cru vineyards. The domaine’s philosophy emphasizes terroir expression through meticulous viticulture (organic practices, low yields, old vines) and minimal-intervention winemaking (native yeasts, whole-cluster fermentation when appropriate, aging in carefully sourced French oak). The results are wines of remarkable purity and longevity that collectors worldwide treasure for their transparent terroir expression and aging potential.

Les Chaumes: Premier Cru Elegance

Les Chaumes occupies a steep, south-facing slope in the heart of Vosne-Romanée, positioned between the village and the Grand Cru vineyards. This 4-hectare Premier Cru produces wines that approach Grand Cru quality: elegant structure, aromatic complexity, and excellent aging potential. Méo-Camuzet’s parcel benefits from ideal mid-slope exposure and old vines averaging 40+ years.

The terroir features classic Côte de Nuits geology: limestone bedrock with iron-rich clay topsoil, providing excellent drainage while retaining moisture. The steep slope ensures optimal sun exposure and air circulation. The result is Pinot Noir of exceptional phenolic maturity and aromatic complexity—wines that express classic Vosne-Romanée character at Premier Cru pricing.

The 2017 Vintage

The 2017 vintage in Burgundy delivered wines of excellent balance and elegance. Despite spring frost challenges, an ideal growing season produced ripe fruit with vibrant acidity. Critics praised 2017 for producing classic Burgundy favoring finesse over power—ideal for Vosne-Romanée Premier Cru.

At 7 years, entering early maturity: the vintage’s structure is revealing aromatic complexity while retaining fresh fruit. Méo-Camuzet’s minimal intervention allows terroir to shine. Collectors opening now enjoy early prime; those cellaring have 15-20 more years.

Tasting Experience

• At 7 years: red cherry, raspberry, strawberry wrapped in flowers (rose, violet), exotic spice (star anise, cinnamon), subtle earth. Classic Vosne-Romanée aromatics with Méo-Camuzet’s signature purity. Whole-cluster fermentation adds herbal complexity.
• Palate: medium-bodied with elegant concentration and silky texture. Vibrant red fruit, refined tannins, excellent acidity. The 2017’s balance creates immediate pleasure while promising longevity.
• Finish: 60+ seconds of red cherry, floral notes, spice. At 7 years, beautiful early maturity. Premier Cru quality at exceptional value.
• This is Méo-Camuzet Premier Cru excellence: classic Vosne-Romanée elegance at accessible pricing. Essential for collectors seeking world-class Burgundy without Grand Cru prices.

Service & Food Pairing

Serve 16-17°C. Decant 60-90 minutes. Allow 30-45 minutes in glass.

Exceptional pairings:

• Roasted duck, pheasant, game birds
• Veal with morel sauce, lamb with herbs
• Mature cheeses: Époisses, aged Comté

Cellaring & Evolution

At 7 years, early prime with 15-20 years ahead. Peak 2028-2038. Store 12-14°C, 70-75% humidity.

Collector’s Note: Méo-Camuzet Les Chaumes 2017: Premier Cru excellence at exceptional value. One of Burgundy’s most prestigious estates, classic vintage, accessible pricing. Essential for collectors seeking world-class Vosne-Romanée.