Domaine G. Roumier
Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Cras
Chambolle-Musigny Premier Cru
2007
Vintage
Varietal
Pinot Noir
Where it is, October 2026
At Peak: inside the peak window (2010-2031), within the full drinking arc.
In 2026, the Domaine G. Roumier Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Cras 2007 is approaching the closing years of its peak drinking window, which opened in 2010 and extends through 2031. At 19 years from vintage and in late-peak phase, five years of prime drinking remain before hard decline begins around 2040. The chalky minerality, rose petal, and red berry character that defined this wine in youth have evolved into a settled, tertiary expression: rose and earth dominate the aromatics, the tannins are fully resolved, and the palate offers the seamless, medium-weight elegance that is the hallmark of great mature Chambolle. This is a wine to open with some urgency rather than set aside: the window remains genuinely pleasurable, but the trajectory is toward decline, and every bottle opened between now and 2031 will reward the occasion with refined, fully mature Pinot Noir.
The ‘07 Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Cras.
Roumier's 2007 Les Cras is a refined, evolved Chambolle Premier Cru in the late stage of its peak, offering five remaining years of elegant drinking defined by chalky minerality, dried rose petal, and fully integrated structure.
Cellared Ageability Index (CAI) drinking timeline
Storage and bottle condition can shift the experience.
The peak window sits inside the broader full drinking arc.
Tasting note
The 2007 Domaine G. Roumier Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Cras pours a medium ruby-garnet with a deepening brick rim, the hallmark of 19 years in bottle and the elegance the 2007 Côte de Nuits vintage delivers in fully mature form. The nose is refined and evolved: chalky minerality surfaces first, followed by rose petal, dried earth, and a red berry note that has shifted from fresh to dried over years of aging. Light earth and a trace of sous-bois add complexity without weight. On the palate the wine is elegant and medium-weight, with fully resolved fine tannins and a natural acidity that keeps it fresh and lively. The mid-palate offers dried cherry, rose hip, and mineral notes in a seamlessly integrated expression. The finish is precise and mineral, with the chalky quality of Les Cras terroir as a final calling card. This is mature Chambolle of genuine refinement and elegance.
The 2007 vintage
The 2007 Burgundy Côte de Nuits vintage earned a Wine Spectator score of 90 points Outstanding, the result of meticulous sorting that extracted very good grapes from a variable season. Uneven flowering led to reduced and inconsistent crop set in parts of the Côte de Nuits, followed by a warm summer that created botrytis pressure requiring vigilance at harvest. Producers who sorted rigorously and harvested at the optimal moment obtained wines described as fruity, vivid, and elegant, suited for early to mid-term drinking. In Chambolle-Musigny, chalky soils and elevated sites offered natural disease resistance, and the best parcels delivered wines of considerable charm and mineral character. Roumier's meticulous farming approach meant Les Cras came in with healthy, fully ripe fruit despite the season's complexities.
About Domaine G. Roumier
Domaine G. Roumier is one of Chambolle-Musigny's most revered estates, farming parcels across the appellation's full hierarchy from village wines through Premier Crus to the Grand Cru Bonnes-Mares. Christophe Roumier is known for exceptionally patient picking, waiting until phenolic maturity is fully achieved before harvest, a philosophy that produces wines with natural tannin integration and exceptional longevity regardless of vintage difficulty. The Les Cras Premier Cru is harvested and vinified with the same rigor applied to the Grand Crus, with gentle extraction during fermentation and moderate oak aging that places terroir expression ahead of cellar influence. In a challenging vintage like 2007, Roumier's late-picking approach was particularly important in achieving full maturity despite the season's irregularities.
From the cellar: pair with
Braised veal cheeks with mushroom and tarragon
The wine's evolved, medium-weight character suits slow-cooked veal's delicacy; mushroom echoes the tertiary earthiness of the aged Les Cras.
Duck liver pâté with brioche
Fine acidity and dried-cherry character cut through rich liver pâté; chalky mineral finish provides a clean counterpoint to brioche richness.
Tomme de Savoie or aged Beaufort cheese
Resolved tannins and chalky finish complement gentle mountain-cheese nuttiness without competing with the wine's delicate, evolved aromatics.
Service & cellaring
- Serving Temp
- 60-63F (16-17C)
- Decanting
- Decant 45 to 60 minutes in 2026; at 19 years this is fully mature and delicate. Pour very gently from a bottle standing upright for at least two days to leave any sediment behind.
- Cellar Storage
- 55F (13C), 60-70% humidity, bottle on its side.
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Frequently Asked
Is the 2007 Roumier Les Cras still worth opening in 2026?
Yes, with some urgency. In 2026 the wine is in late-peak phase, with five years of prime drinking remaining before the window closes around 2031. The tannins are fully resolved and the wine shows refined tertiary complexity that is the reward for holding mature Chambolle. Open and enjoy now rather than setting this aside further. For broader context, see the Burgundy region guide.
Should I decant this wine?
Yes, but gently and briefly. At 19 years from vintage the 2007 Les Cras is fully mature and comparatively delicate. Forty-five to sixty minutes of decanting in a wide-bellied vessel is ideal. Pour carefully from a bottle that has been standing upright for at least two days to leave any sediment behind, and avoid excessive aeration that could exhaust the wine.
What food pairs best with the 2007 Les Cras?
The wine's evolved character, fully resolved fine tannins, and delicate dried cherry and mineral notes call for refined, gentle preparations: braised veal, duck liver pâté, mushroom risotto, or aged mountain cheeses such as Tomme de Savoie or Beaufort. Avoid heavily spiced or robustly sauced dishes that would overwhelm the wine's delicacy.
How does the 2007 compare to the 2011 and 2013 vintages of Les Cras?
The 2007 is the most evolved and gently expressed of the three, nearing the end of its peak window, with dried cherry and earth replacing the fresh fruit of younger bottlings. The 2011 offers more structure and firmness; the 2013 is the most mineral and retains the longest remaining window. See the Pinot Noir varietal guide for broader context on Chambolle aging.
How long can I cellar remaining bottles?
The peak window closes around 2031 and hard decline begins around 2040. If you are holding multiple bottles, plan to open all of them between now and 2031 to experience the wine at its best. Avoid cellaring beyond 2033 without tasting periodically; this is not a wine to forget in the cellar through the 2030s.