Get to know: Domaine Maume, Gevrey-Chambertin En Pallud 1996
A refined Burgundy red wine from the renowned Côte de Nuits, showing the classic elegance of Pinot Noir from Gevrey-Chambertin.
Tasting Note
Domaine Maume En Pallud 1996 is an elegant village-plus Pinot Noir that offers a rich, textured character with harmonious ageing notes. Deep ruby in colour, it displays aromas of dark berries, forest floor, herbs and subtle mushroom notes. On the palate, the wine is medium-bodied with smooth, integrated tannins, balanced acidity, and flavours of blackberry, cherry, and gentle spice. It finishes with a savoury, earthy complexity, showing the mature depth typical of a well-made Gevrey-Chambertin. A truly expressive Burgundy red for lovers of nuanced, age-worthy wines.
Top food pairings:
- Roast duck with mushroom sauce
- Slow-roasted lamb with herbs
- Aged hard cheeses such as Comté or mature Cheddar
Kate Says
This Pinot Noir has developed beautifully with age, offering earthy, forest-floor notes and soft, ripe fruit – perfect for a cosy dinner by the fire.
Producer Info
Domaine Maume is a traditional family estate in Gevrey-Chambertin, Côte de Nuits, known for producing textured, terroir-expressive Pinot Noir. Their vineyards include old vines in prized lieux-dits like En Pallud, allowing them to craft wines that combine elegance, structure and the subtle complexity of mature Burgundy.
How it’s made:
- Varieties: 100% Pinot Noir
- Harvested at optimal ripeness to balance fruit intensity with finesse
- Traditional gentle pressing and maceration to extract colour and flavour
- Fermented in open vats with careful temperature control
- Matured in French oak barrels to develop texture and complexity
Good to know:
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Region: Gevrey-Chambertin, Côte de Nuits, Burgundy, France
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Style: Red, still, medium-bodied
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Closure: Natural cork
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Vegan: No
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ABV: 12.5%
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Vintage: 1996
Why we love it:
This Burgundy Pinot Noir combines mature dark fruit, earthy complexity and silky texture. It’s perfect for those who enjoy a nuanced, age-worthy red with depth, making it ideal for pairing with roast game, rich meats or simply savouring on a special occasion.