Tasting Notes
The Chambolle-Musigny Les Cras Premier Cru from Hudelot-Baillet opens with aromas of raspberry, strawberry, and black cherry, layered with cassis, violet, and lavender. Subtle oak notes of vanilla and chocolate blend with earthy tones of leather, mushroom, and graphite, while hints of pepper, licorice, and mint add spice. On the palate, it is medium-bodied, silky, and refined, with smooth tannins and balanced acidity. The finish is long and elegant, showcasing the hallmark finesse of Chambolle-Musigny, with minerality and savory complexity that make it both approachable in youth and capable of aging gracefully for 10–15 years.
About Winery
Domaine Hudelot-Baillet is located in Chambolle-Musigny, Côte de Nuits, Burgundy, and was established in 1981 by Joël Hudelot and his wife Chantal Baillet, inheriting vineyards from Joël’s father, Paul Hudelot. In 1998, Joël’s son-in-law Dominique Le Guen joined, taking over winemaking in 2002 and fully managing the domaine by 2004, shifting focus to estate-bottled wines of higher quality. In 2019, Dominique’s son Tanguy entered the estate, marking the seventh generation of family winemakers. Today, Hudelot-Baillet cultivates about 9 hectares, emphasizing sustainable viticulture, minimal intervention, and terroir expression, producing respected wines across Bourgogne, village, Premier Cru, and Grand Cru appellations.
