Domaine Hubert Lignier, based in the prestigious village of Morey-Saint-Denis, is one of Burgundy’s most respected domaines, known for producing Pinot Noir of structure, purity, and longevity. Founded in the early 20th century and elevated by the meticulous work of Hubert Lignier, the domaine is now led by his son Laurent Lignier, who continues the family tradition with a focus on organic farming, restrained winemaking, and uncompromising attention to terroir. With holdings in some of the most esteemed appellations of the Côte de Nuits, including several Grands Crus, the domaine consistently crafts wines that speak clearly of origin and vintage.
The 2021 Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru is sourced from the southern end of the vineyard in the Mazoyères sector, an area known for producing wines of both power and finesse. In this cooler vintage, Laurent Lignier has crafted a wine of remarkable poise, graceful, structured, and deeply terroir-expressive.
In the glass, the wine opens with an enchanting bouquet of red cherry, wild raspberry, and crushed rose petals, layered with subtle notes of liquorice, underbrush, and delicate spice. The palate is silken and refined, yet anchored by fine, chalky tannins and a vibrant mineral core. There’s a sense of quiet concentration here, not flamboyant, but profoundly persistent, with a finish that unfolds in gentle, savoury waves.
The 2021 Charmes-Chambertin is a Grand Cru of exceptional balance and nuance, a wine of quiet intensity and superb ageing potential, reflective of both the finesse of the vineyard and the artisanal hand of one of Burgundy’s great domaines. Drink from 2026 onwards, or cellar for 15+ years to witness its full evolution.
