In the prestigious landscape of Burgundy, where tradition and reputation are paramount, few names have risen as swiftly as David Duband. Recently named one of the top 11 producers in the Côte de Nuits by La Revue du Vin de France, Duband has cemented his status as a definitive benchmark for the region.
Duband’s approach is defined by balance, blending the ethereal aromatics found in old-school Dujac with the structural precision of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti. This unique style is built on a commitment to the land and a hands-off approach in the cellar. He champions organic viticulture, allowing the fruit to express the nuances of its terroir.
Precision in the Cellar
The signature of a Duband wine comes from meticulous winemaking techniques that prioritise freshness over weight.
- Whole Cluster Vinification: By fermenting with whole bunches and avoiding sulphites during the process, David achieves a “sappy” fruit profile and incredibly bright aromatics.
- Balance and Tension: Even in the plush Grand Crus, there is always a core of refreshing acidity and a saline, mineral finish that keeps the wines energetic.
- Immediate and Long-term Appeal: The result is wines that are remarkably approachable in their youth, offering vibrant fruit flavours and balanced acidity. At the same time, their tannic structure and mineral complexity promise graceful ageing for decades.
Exceptional Value Across the Hierarchy
Duband delivers exceptional value across his entire range, producing what many consider the finest Nuits-Saint-Georges and Hautes-Côtes de Nuits wines in the district today. His wines consistently over-deliver on quality for their price, from everyday elegant reds like the Bourgogne Pinot Noir to prestigious cellar-centrepieces such as the Chambertin.
Accessible Excellence
- Bourgogne Hautes-Côtes de Nuits Blanc: An aromatic white featuring white flowers, orchard fruits, and hints of tonka bean and coconut.
- Hautes-Côtes de Nuits ‘Louis Auguste’: Named after David’s son, this wine comes from high-altitude sites and offers a spicy, fresh red fruit character.
- Bourgogne Pinot Noir: A spicy, red-fruited red sourced from Morey-Saint-Denis and Chambolle-Musigny vineyards.
Precise Villages & 1er Crus
- Gevry Chambertin: Sourced from 65-year-old vines in the Brochon vineyards, this is a generous yet refined wine with a precise nose of candied red fruits and a fresh, straightforward palate.
- Morey-Saint Denis: Savoury and earthy with a sleek, finely delineated structure.
- Nuits-Saints-Georges: A fragrant and seductive wine that leads with notes of redcurrant and hibiscus, offering a rounded palate and a fine texture that brings both depth and length.
- Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru ‘Les Pruliers’: An opulent choice with notes of coffee and mocha and a long, smooth finish.
- Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru ‘Les Sentiers’: Straightforward and well-structured, defined by its deep acidity and fine minerality.
The Iconic Grand Crus
- Charmes Chambertin: The softest Grand Cru of the Gevrey Chambertin appellation, hence the name Charmes. The palate is silky, unctuous with fine tannins and perfectly balanced. The wine has a remarkable aromatic depth and a finish with a clear mineral feel. A wine of great potential.
- Echezeaux: Known for its high complexity and a unique, warm saline sensation on the finish.
- Chambertin: Sourced from one of Gevrey’s greatest plots, this wine is sumptuous and round, yet kept vibrant by its natural tension.
