Marie-Christine and Marie-Andrée, known simply as "The Sisters", are at the helm of one of Vosne Romanée's most storied estates. Domaine Mugneret-Gibourg has proven to be the benchmark for so many esteemed vineyards. Visiting with Marie-Christine in 2016 before harvest was a long-awaited opportunity to get more familiar with a favorite domaine.

In Burgundy, much reliance is obviously paid on the delineation and then ranking of the vineyards. But, Mugneret-Gibourg is case in point for the argument to be made for producer over site, as so many of their wines transcend their particular appellations.

Their Clos Vougeot and Ruchottes-Chambertin parcels are situated in the sweet-spot of both Grand Crus, showcasing a depth and grandeur that stand out even from other elite domaines. Nuits Saint Georges 1er Cru Les Chaignots is, without question, the greatest example of the elegance the village is capable of in the right hands. And their, now discontinued, Gevrey Chambertin 1er Cru is sourced exclusively from younger vines in Grand Cru Ruchottes Chambertin, and is one of the great secrets in all of the Côte d'Or.

Stylistically, the wines most stand out for their silken texture, sweet fruit, and exotic spices. All grapes are de-stemmed before seeing a 5-day cold soak prior to fermentation in concrete tanks. On average, wines see one punchdown and two pumpovers per day. The Ruchottes Chambertin and Clos Vougeot remain in concrete for 3 days after fermentation has concluded to pick up more tannin, color, and flavor. 

The Premier Crus see around 35% new oak (spread between four different coopers). Echezeaux sees 60% new oak, while Ruchottes Chambertin and Clos Vougeot see 80% new oak. Interestingly, the tasting will conclude with either of the latter depending on vintage.

Today, I'm happy to offer a wide range of vintages from Mugneret-Gibourg. The finale being the Clos Vougeot and Ruchottes Chambertin from the classic 1993 vintage. Both wines were purchased on release by a private client of the domaine in original wooden boxes. They have been quietly resting in their Dijon cellar until arriving to California this spring.

2014 Mugneret-Gibourg Ruchottes Chambertin
$483 per bottle.

2013 Mugneret-Gibourg Ruchottes Chambertin
$476 per bottle.

2013 Mugneret-Gibourg Chambolle Musigny 1er Cru Les Feusselottes 1.5L
$554 per bottle.

2010 Mugneret-Gibourg Clos Vougeot
$489 per bottle.

2009 Mugneret-Gibourg Gevrey Chambertin 1er Cru
$197 per bottle.

2009 Mugneret Gibourg Vosne Romanee
$149 per bottle.

2008 Mugneret-Gibourg Vosne Romanée
$149 per bottle.

2008 Mugneret-Gibourg Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Chaignots
$124 per bottle.

2008 Mugneret-Gibourg Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Chaignots
$124 per bottle.

2008 Mugneret-Gibourg Gevrey Chambertin 1er Cru
$189 per bottle.

2006 Mugneret-Gibourg Nuits Saints Georges 1er Cru Les Chaignots
$152 per bottle.

2003 Mugneret-Gibourg Chambolle Musigny 1er Cru Les Feusselottes
$199 per bottle.

2002 Mugneret Gibourg Clos Vougeot
$499 per bottle.

2001 Mugneret-Gibourg Vosne Romanee
$139 per bottle.

2000 Mugneret-Gibourg Clos Vougeot
$399 per bottle.

1996 Mugneret-Gibourg Ruchottes Chambertin
$599 per bottle.

1995 Mugneret-Gibourg Nuits Saint Georges 1er Cru Les Chaignots
$157 per bottle.

1995 Mugneret-Gibourg Chambolle Musigny 1er Cru Les Feusselottes
$319 per bottle.

1993 Mugneret-Gibourg Clos Vougeot
$799 per bottle.

1993 Mugneret-Gibourg Ruchottes Chambertin
$859 per bottle.