Domaine G. Roumier

Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru

2013

Vintage

Varietal

Pinot Noir

ABV

Peak 2016-2037

Where it is, June 2026

At Peak: in the heart of its drinking window (2016-2037).

In 2026, the Domaine G. Roumier Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru 2013 is at the midpoint of its peak drinking window (peak_start 2016, peak_end 2037), with 11 more years of prime drinking ahead. At ten years into peak and thirteen years from harvest, this wine has arrived at its expressive best. The 2013 vintage across the Cote de Nuits was defined by low yields from a compressed growing season, producing wines of unusual purity, freshness, and elegance rather than the weight and richness of warmer years. At Bonnes-Mares, where the schist-limestone terroir drives structure regardless of vintage conditions, the 2013 produced a wine of smooth, seamless texture described as showing "impressive purity with a sophisticated and thoroughly enjoyable character." In 2026, that character has only deepened. Of the three Roumier Bonnes-Mares in the current drinking window (2013, 2015, 2016), this is the most accessible and the one to open now rather than continue cellaring.

Related vintages

The ‘13 Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru.

The most approachable of the current Roumier Bonnes-Mares - 2013 produced a wine of exceptional purity and seamless texture, now in the middle of a 21-year peak window.

Drinking window

The arcYou are here · at peak, 2026

Tasting note

Luminous ruby with some garnet development at thirteen years from harvest. The nose is precise and pure: ripe redcurrant, kirsch, and a vanilla-tinged aromatic lift that is lighter and more graceful than the concentrated richness of the 2015 or the wild-berry intensity of the 2016. The palate delivers on the nose's promise: very smooth, seamless texture (tannin integration 5/10, fully resolved), with an impressive purity of fruit that reads as the hallmark of this vintage at elite Cote de Nuits addresses. Medium-full body (7/10), vivid and precise acidity (9/10), and a sophisticated mineral character on the finish that lingers with quiet authority. The 2013 is the Roumier Bonnes-Mares for collectors who prize elegance and precision over concentration and weight. In 2026, it is showing exactly what the vintage promised: thoroughly enjoyable, refined, and with more than a decade of peak drinking remaining.

The 2013 vintage

Wine Spectator rates 2013 Cote de Nuits an Outstanding vintage (92 points), noting that "low yields resulted in crisp, light-bodied Pinot Noirs with vibrant acidity and ripe fruit flavors." The 2013 growing season was compressed and cool, reducing yields significantly across the Cote de Nuits and producing wines of lighter body and higher natural acidity than the opulent 2015 or energetically concentrated 2016. At top estates where vineyard management prevented dilution, the low-yield fruit produced wines of exceptional purity and precision that expressed terroir rather than vintage weight. For Bonnes-Mares, a site whose character is defined by mineral complexity more than sheer concentration, the 2013 conditions were well-suited to producing wines of unusual finesse. The vintage is now recognized as delivering some of the most elegant Burgundies of the decade.

About Domaine G. Roumier

Domaine G. Roumier's approach across all vintages is one of restraint and precision in the cellar. The domaine practices minimal intervention: long cold maceration to extract color and structure without excessive phenolic extraction, followed by aging in a mix of new and used Burgundian barrels that support rather than dominate the wine's fruit character. In the 2013 vintage, where lighter body and higher natural acidity defined the season, this approach produced wines of exceptional purity. The domaine's Bonnes-Mares parcels in the Morey-Saint-Denis end of the appellation include old vines that produce concentrated, complex fruit even in reduced-yield seasons. Production of Bonnes-Mares is under 500 cases annually - and in frost or compressed-season years, production drops further. Collectibility score: 100.

From the cellar: pair with

Roasted pigeon or squab with cherry jus and wild mushrooms

Precise redcurrant and kirsch aromatics (ground truth) align with game bird and cherry reduction; fully resolved smooth tannins (5/10) and vivid acidity (9/10) complement without overpowering delicate squab.

Duck confit with Puy lentils and thyme

Medium-full body (7/10) handles duck fat elegantly; pure fruit character (ground truth: impressive purity) pairs with rustic preparation without competing; precise acidity (9/10) cuts through richness cleanly.

Mushroom and truffle tart with aged Gruyère

Vanilla-tinged aromatic lift (ground truth) and sophisticated mineral finish harmonize with truffle and aged cheese; fully resolved tannins (5/10) ensure the wine does not clash against the dish's richness.

Service & cellaring

Serving Temp: 61-63F (16-17C)
Decanting: In 2026, decant 30 to 45 minutes. The 2013 is the most accessible of the current Roumier Bonnes-Mares and does not need extended aeration - the seamless, fully resolved tannins allow the wine to open quickly in a wide Burgundy bowl. This is the bottle to reach for when the occasion calls for drinking now rather than waiting: fully expressive within 30 minutes, showing all of its refined, elegant character.
Cellar Storage: 55F (13C), 70% humidity, bottle on its side.

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Frequently Asked

When is the 2013 Roumier Bonnes-Mares at peak in 2026?

Right now and for 11 more years. The 2013 is at the midpoint of its peak window (peak_start 2016, peak_end 2037) and is showing all the purity and elegance the vintage promised. Of the three Roumier Bonnes-Mares currently in their peak windows (2013, 2015, 2016), the 2013 is the most accessible and rewarding to drink today. Hard decline is 2046. See the [Burgundy wine guide](/wines/region/burgundy) for broader context.

How does the 2013 compare to the 2015 and 2016 Roumier Bonnes-Mares?

These three vintages represent a triptych of Burgundy archetypes. The 2013 (WS 92) is the lightest and most approachable: pure, precise, elegant, fully open. The 2015 (WS 98) is the richest and most opulent: lush, concentrated, deeply generous. The 2016 (WS 97) is the most energetic and structured: wild berries, mineral tension, saline finish demanding patience. If you want to drink Roumier Bonnes-Mares tonight, the 2013 is the answer. Compare: [2015](/wines/domaine-g-roumier/bonnes-mares-grand-cru/2015) and [2016](/wines/domaine-g-roumier/bonnes-mares-grand-cru/2016). See the [Burgundy guide](/wines/region/burgundy).

How does the 2013 vintage affect the character of the wine?

The 2013 growing season produced wines of lower body and higher acidity than opulent vintages like 2015. At elite estates where yields were already managed low, the compressed season delivered concentrated, pure fruit rather than dilute or green character. The 2013 is the vintage for those who prize elegance over power: lighter, more aromatic, fully integrated by 2026.

What food pairs best with the 2013 Roumier Bonnes-Mares?

The 2013's elegant, precise profile calls for refined rather than rustic pairings: roasted pigeon or squab with cherry jus, duck confit with lentils, mushroom tart with truffle and aged Gruyère, or Époisses cheese. Vivid acidity (9/10) and smooth texture handle richness cleanly; the pure redcurrant and kirsch character echoes cherry and game beautifully. Avoid very heavy, deeply braised preparations that would overwhelm the wine's precision. Browse [Pinot Noir pairings](/wines/varietal/pinot-noir).

How should I decant the 2013 Roumier Bonnes-Mares?

Thirty to 45 minutes in a wide Burgundy bowl. The 2013 has fully integrated tannins and the most accessible structure of the current Roumier Bonnes-Mares, opening quickly without extended aeration. Serve at 61-63F (16-17C). This wine rewards immediate drinking after a brief rest - it does not demand patience, it simply improves with each pour over the course of a meal.