Les Feusselottes
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A well-regarded Chambolle-Musigny Premier Cru nestled between two Grand Crus, delivering floral elegance from red silty soils above the village graveyard.
Les Feusselottes is a 4.4-hectare Chambolle-Musigny Premier Cru producing elegant Pinot Noir between Bonnes-Mares and Musigny. The vineyard's southeast-facing slope captures morning sun, while its shallow limestone-rich soils deliver the floral, fine-boned character typical of the appellation. Producers including Domaine Leroy and Méo-Camuzet make some of the most sought-after bottlings.
- Classification: Premier Cru, one of 24 in Chambolle-Musigny
- Size: 4.4 hectares (10.8 acres)
- Appellation: Chambolle-Musigny Premier Cru, Côte de Nuits
- Grape: Pinot Noir exclusively
- Aspect: Southeast-facing with slight undulations creating varied microclimates
- Soils: Red silty soils with alluvial deposits, shallow limestone-rich stony ground
- Location: Situated between Grand Crus Bonnes-Mares and Musigny, near the village graveyard
Location and Setting
Les Feusselottes sits in a privileged position within Chambolle-Musigny, located around the graveyard outside the village itself. The vineyard is flanked by two of Burgundy's most celebrated Grand Crus, Bonnes-Mares to the north and Musigny to the south, placing it in exceptional company. This geographic positioning contributes to the vineyard's reputation as one of Chambolle-Musigny's better-known Premier Crus, alongside Les Charmes and the celebrated Les Amoureuses.
- Positioned between Grand Crus Bonnes-Mares and Musigny
- Located near the village graveyard on the outskirts of Chambolle-Musigny
- One of 24 Premier Cru vineyards in the commune
- Ranked among the appellation's best-known Premier Crus alongside Les Charmes and Les Amoureuses
Soils and Climate
The soils of Les Feusselottes are defined by red silty earth with alluvial deposits, underlain by shallow, stony ground with a high proportion of limestone. Chalk and clay contribute to the mix, creating conditions well-suited to Pinot Noir. The southeast-facing aspect brings morning sun exposure that aids ripening, while slight undulations across the vineyard floor create varied microclimates within the parcel. The temperate continental climate of the Côte de Nuits governs the broader growing season.
- Red silty soils with alluvial deposits over shallow limestone-rich ground
- Chalk and clay with stones throughout the profile
- Southeast aspect captures morning sun for reliable ripening
- Undulating terrain produces microclimatic variation within the single vineyard
Name and History
The name Feusselottes derives from a French term referring to small depressions or hollows in the ground, a direct reference to the gentle undulations that characterize the vineyard's topography. This naming convention reflects the centuries-old Burgundian practice of identifying vineyards by their physical characteristics. The vineyard's proximity to the village graveyard has long been a defining landmark for its location within the commune.
- Name derives from a French term for small depressions in the ground
- Named for the topographic undulations visible across the vineyard
- Located around the historic graveyard outside the village of Chambolle-Musigny
- Follows traditional Burgundian practice of naming vineyards after physical features
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Les Feusselottes produces Pinot Noir that reflects Chambolle-Musigny's signature balance between structure and elegance. Wines are medium to full-bodied with soft tannins, refined acidity, and the floral and fruity character the appellation is known for. The vineyard attracts an impressive roster of producers. Domaine Leroy and Méo-Camuzet bring prestige and precision; Domaine Georges Mugneret-Gibourg and Cécile Tremblay offer meticulous small-production bottlings; and Frédéric Magnien and Henri de Villamont provide additional points of reference across the market.
- Style: Medium to full-bodied, floral and fruit-forward, soft tannins and elegant acidity
- Domaine Leroy and Méo-Camuzet among the most prestigious producers
- Domaine Georges Mugneret-Gibourg known for meticulous winemaking
- Cécile Tremblay produces a highly regarded small-production bottling
Pinot Noir from Les Feusselottes shows the classic Chambolle-Musigny character: floral aromatics, red and dark fruit, refined tannins, and fresh acidity. The limestone-rich soils add a mineral edge, and the southeast aspect supports ripe, expressive fruit without sacrificing the vineyard's inherent elegance.
- Domaine Leroy Chambolle-Musigny Premier Cru Les Feusselottes$500+Leroy's biodynamic farming and exacting cellar work make this one of the vineyard's benchmark expressions.Find →
- Domaine Georges Mugneret-Gibourg Chambolle-Musigny Premier Cru Les Feusselottes$150-250Meticulous producer with a long track record in Chambolle-Musigny; structured yet elegant.Find →
- Cécile Tremblay Chambolle-Musigny Premier Cru Les Feusselottes$120-180Small-production, terroir-focused bottling from a highly regarded natural winemaker in the Côte de Nuits.Find →
- Méo-Camuzet Chambolle-Musigny Premier Cru Les Feusselottes$120-160Consistently polished winemaking from one of Burgundy's most respected domaines.Find →
- Les Feusselottes is one of 24 Premier Crus in Chambolle-Musigny, covering 4.4 hectares
- Located between Grand Crus Bonnes-Mares and Musigny; proximity to both elevates its standing
- Name derives from French for small depressions in the ground, referencing the vineyard's undulating topography
- Soils are red silt with alluvial deposits over shallow, stony, limestone-rich ground
- Southeast aspect with morning sun exposure is key to ripening in this temperate continental climate