Domaine G. Roumier
Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Cras
Chambolle-Musigny Premier Cru
2013
Vintage
Varietal
Pinot Noir
ABV
Where it is, June 2026
At Peak: in the heart of its drinking window (2016-2037).
In 2026, the Domaine G. Roumier Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Cras 2013 is 10 years into its peak window, which opened in 2016 and extends through 2037. At the midpoint of that plateau, this wine drinks with clarity and focus, showing 11 years of prime drinking still ahead. The rose petal and violet florals of youth have gained depth without losing the chalk-driven precision that defines Les Cras. Fine, silky tannins are fully integrated and the finish has lengthened into a long, mineral-laced arc of great elegance. This is a wine in its stride, balanced between the freshness of the 2013 vintage and the developing complexity of a maturing Chambolle Premier Cru. Collectors can open bottles with confidence throughout the next decade, knowing this is not yet approaching its end.
The ‘13 Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Cras.
Roumier's 2013 Les Cras is Chambolle-Musigny distilled to its mineral essence, a precision-crafted Premier Cru from a low-yield vintage now at midpoint peak with 11 years of prime drinking ahead.
Drinking window
Tasting note
The 2013 Domaine G. Roumier Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Cras pours a clear, medium ruby with bright clarity and no browning at the rim, revealing exceptional freshness despite 13 years of age. The nose is refined and intensely mineral: rose petals and violets lead a floral register of great purity, with red berry fruit, wild raspberry, and crushed chalk adding complexity. Textured is the word that best describes the palate: the wine builds through the mid-palate with a distinctive mineral quality that speaks to the chalk-rich soils of Les Cras within Chambolle-Musigny. Fine, silky tannins frame the structure without imposing, and the finish achieves a long, balanced, refreshing arc of impressive persistence. This is Roumier's hallmark: excellent clarity matched to mineral precision, a Premier Cru that rivals many Grand Crus in its depth of expression.
The 2013 vintage
The 2013 Burgundy Côte de Nuits vintage earned a Wine Spectator score of 92 points Outstanding, described as producing crisp, light-bodied Pinot Noirs with vibrant acidity and ripe fruit flavors. The season was marked by a damaging hail event that reduced yields significantly across parts of the Côte de Nuits, with Chambolle-Musigny among the appellations that saw tiny yields in affected areas. The surviving fruit accumulated considerable depth and mineral character without sacrificing the precision acidity that became the vintage's defining structural gift. The 2013 Chambolle wines are consequently among the most mineral-driven of the decade, if not as opulent as warmer years: a vintage for those who prize precision over weight, and the Roumier Les Cras delivers exactly that.
About Domaine G. Roumier
Domaine G. Roumier in Chambolle-Musigny is one of Burgundy's most important estates, with a portfolio spanning village wines, Premier Crus, and celebrated Grand Crus including Bonnes-Mares and Ruchottes-Chambertin. Christophe Roumier, who has directed winemaking at the domaine since 1982, practices low yields and includes whole-cluster fermentation, believing that stems contribute texture and structural complexity. The domaine's Chambolle-Musigny Premier Crus, including Les Cras and Les Combottes, are produced in tiny quantities and highly sought, offering Roumier's signature mineral intensity in a Premier Cru context that drinks earlier than the Grand Crus.
From the cellar: pair with
Herb-roasted lamb rack with flageolet beans
Rose petal florals and chalk minerality complement herb-crusted lamb; earthy beans ground the wine's precision.
Pan-roasted guinea fowl with truffle jus
Light game showcases the wine's silky texture and red berry brightness; truffle draws out the mineral depth of Les Cras terroir.
Aged Comté or Tomme de Savoie cheese
Vibrant acidity and chalk finish harmonize with the nutty, crystalline structure of aged mountain cheeses.
Service & cellaring
- Serving Temp
- 60-64F (16-18C)
- Decanting
- Decant 1 to 2 hours in 2026; despite 13 years of age the 2013 retains vivid acidity and benefits from aeration to fully open its chalk-mineral character and rose petal aromatics.
- Cellar Storage
- 55F (13C), 60-70% humidity, bottle on its side.
The drinking window on this bottle is calculated with the Cellared Ageability Index (CAI) v1.0, a 10-factor model. Try the free drinking window calculator on any wine, or read when to drink wine for the practical signals.
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Frequently Asked
Is the 2013 Roumier Les Cras at its peak in 2026?
Yes. In 2026 the wine is 10 years into its peak drinking window, which runs from 2016 through 2037. At the midpoint of that plateau it shows excellent balance between the freshness the 2013 vintage delivers and the deepening complexity of a mature Chambolle Premier Cru. For broader Burgundy context, see the [Burgundy region guide](/wines/region/burgundy).
Should I decant this wine?
Yes, one to two hours. Despite being 13 years old, the 2013 Côte de Nuits vintage is defined by vibrant acidity and precision, and this wine retains notable freshness. Aeration opens the chalk-mineral core and rose petal florals fully before serving, and softens any residual structure from the 2013 growing season.
What food pairs best with Chambolle-Musigny Les Cras?
The wine's minerality, silky texture, and red berry freshness suit herb-crusted lamb, guinea fowl, or pan-roasted duck. Mountain cheeses such as Comté or Tomme de Savoie are equally well-matched, their nutty, crystalline character harmonizing with the chalk-driven finish.
How does the 2013 Les Cras compare to the 2011 and 2007 vintages of the same wine?
The 2013 is the most mineral and precise of the three, reflecting the low-yield, hail-reduced harvest. The [2011](/wines/domaine-g-roumier/chambolle-musigny-1er-cru-les-cras/2011) shows more chalk and spice with firmer tannins, while the [2007](/wines/domaine-g-roumier/chambolle-musigny-1er-cru-les-cras/2007) is at a later stage with more tertiary development. See the [Pinot Noir varietal guide](/wines/varietal/pinot-noir) for a broader look at Chambolle expressions.
How long can I hold remaining bottles?
The 2013 Les Cras holds through 2037, with hard decline beginning around 2046. In 2026 there are 11 years of prime drinking remaining. This is an ideal vintage to space out over the next decade, opening bottles every two to three years to track how the mineral complexity deepens with each passing year.