Domaine David Duband
Domaine David Duband
#PROPERTY: History & Terroir
The history of Domaine David Duband
The story of Domaine Pierre Duband began in 1965 with the cultivation of fifteen hectares of vines, centered on the sale of the harvest to the Beaune cooperative. It was some 30 years later that his son, David Duband, took up the reins and founded Domaine David Duband with an initial operation of 1.5 hectares. David revitalized the family domaine with the acquisition of a magnificent parcel of Echezeaux Grand Cru and a parcel of Vosne-Romanée.
David Duband's bold vision was extended in 2002 with the creation of a grape-buying company, broadening the domaine's horizons to include wines from the villages of Chambolle-Musigny, Morey-Saint-Denis and Gevrey-Chambertin. The acquisition of the 7-hectare Domaine Truchot in 2006 further strengthened the domaine's reputation.
Domaine owner David Duband marks a turning point with the development of the estate, including the construction of a new cuverie, barrel cellar, storage room, office, reception room and tasting room offering a picturesque panoramic view of the village.
François Feuillet, the businessman behind the success of Domaine David Duband
The collaboration between David Duband and enlightened businessman François Feuillet is at the heart of Domaine Duband's success. Insightful businessman François Feuillet recognized David Duband's exceptional potential as a winemaker. Indeed, just over half of David Duband's vines are owned by François Feuillet, demonstrating a fruitful alliance between the winemaker's talent and the investor's discerning vision.
The Terroir of Domaine David Duband in Chevannes
Thanks to Burgundy climates and precise vinification, David Duband creates elegant, fine Burgundy wines, highlighting the noble bitterness of the cob during maceration. The wines, aged in oak barrels with 30% new barrels, reveal the true color of pinot noir, favoring round rather than aggressive tannins.
Here's what you need to know about Domaine David Duband's different terroirs:
Hautes Côtes de Nuits: Cradle of the Domaine, offering fresh whites and ready-to-drink reds.
Côte de Nuits-Village: Varied slopes with rich terroirs from Comblanchien to Brochon.
Nuits St Georges: Diverse soils, the 1er Cru Les Procès stands out for its minerality.
Vosne-Romanée: Mixture of limestone and clayey marl at different depths.
Chambolle-Musigny: Shallow soil at 250-300 m, with 1er Cru Les Sentiers among the greats.
Morey-St-Denis: Combe changing exposures, Clos de la Roche is a mineral Grand Cru.
Gevrey-Chambertin: Premiers Crus at 280-380 m altitude, with a masculine yet elegant village.
An entirely organic vineyard
Convinced of the need to relearn the subtleties of viticulture, David Duband has committed himself to exploring organic farming techniques. Indeed, switching to organic treatment of the vines without any chemical weedkillers was an unavoidable decision for David Duband, motivated not only by the environmental effects, but above all by an unwavering quest for quality in his wines. Beyond simple ecological considerations, he felt it was essential to reorient his viticultural approach in order to magnify the potential of the terroir and of each vine stock. For him, working the vines requires meticulous observation and in-depth analysis at every stage of the winemaking process.
#DOMAINE WINES: Appellations and Cuvées
The appellations of Domaine David Duband
Domaine David Duband boasts an exceptional portfolio of 23 appellations on 20.5 hectares, ranging from the prestigious terroirs of Gevrey-Chambertin à Nuits-Saint-Georges. There's also the distinction of Nuits St Georges, renowned for its depth and character, and Nuits St Georges 1er cru, symbolizing the excellence of the premier crus. Hautes Côtes de Nuits adds a distinctive freshness, while Vosne Romanée and Vosne Romanée village reveal the characteristic elegance of these prized lands. Grand Cru: Echezeaux Grand Cru, Clos de la Roche and Charmes Chambertin.
The Grands Crus "Chambertin" and "Latricières-Chambertin" add a majestic note to this exceptional palette. These two prestigious appellations are the crowning achievement of Domaine David Duband's commitment to excellence, symbolizing the quintessence of Burgundy's terroirs.
Discover our full selection of Burgundy cuvées
Domaine Duband cuvées: a majority of reds
Dedicated exclusively to Pinot Noir, the unique expression of this emblematic grape variety unfolds in all its richness. A tiny portion, 0.5 hectares, is reserved for white Chardonnay.
Bourgogne Hautes Cotes de Nuits Chardonnay
Bourgogne Hautes Cotes de Nuits Louis Auguste
Bourgogne Pinot Noir
Bourgogne Côtes de Nuits Villages
Chambolle-Musigny
Gevrey-Chambertin
Nuits-Saint-Georges
Vosne-Romanée
Morey-Saint-Denis
Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Aux Thorey
Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Procès
Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Pruliers
Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Gruenchers
Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Sentiers
Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Cru Clos Sorbè
Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Cru les Broc
Latricières-Chambertin Grand Cru
Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru
Clos de la Roche Grand Cru
Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru
Chambertin Grand Cru
Echezeaux Grand Cru
Here's a glimpse of some of our emblematic cuvées:
Domaine David Duband Gevrey-Chambertin
Seductive freshness. Made from 65-year-old organically grown vines, it is vinified with 80% whole grapes. Hand-harvested, the grapes undergo a 17-day vatting period before maturing for 14 months, 40% of which in new barrels. An elegant, authentic wine, full of character.
Domaine David Duband Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Pruliers
A distinctive cuvée that highlights the "Les Pruliers" parcel. This wine blossoms gracefully over time, offering remarkable depth with rich black fruit notes, a well-integrated tannic structure and a lingering finish.
Domaine David Duband Vosne-Romanée
From the renowned commune of Vosne Romanée, this cuvée expresses all the elegance and finesse characteristic of this prestigious terroir. Red fruit aromas, silky tannins and a balanced structure make it an attractive option.
Domaine David Duband Chambertin Grand Cru
One of Burgundy's most prestigious appellations, David Duband's Chambertin Grand Cru embodies power and finesse. Complex aromas of black fruits, spices and floral notes blend into a majestic whole.
Domaine David Duband Echezeaux Grand Cru
The acquisition of a magnificent parcel of Echezeaux Grand Cru marks a major milestone for the domaine. This cuvée embodies the quintessence of the terroir, offering a complex sensory experience with woody notes and a velvety texture.
Domaine Duband's best vintages 2012, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2022
#IN BRIEF: Figures
Region: Burgundy
Surface area: 20.5 hectares (Red: 20, White: 0.5)
Red grape varieties : Pinot noir (100%)
White grape varieties : Chardonnay (100%)
Vine cultivation : Organic