David Duband crafts a contemporary, luminous and tactile expression of Burgundy, where whole-cluster work, gentle vinification and a precise sense of place give rise to vibrant, deeply characterful Pinot Noir wines.

Domaine David Duband — The Contemporary Energy of Burgundian Pinot Noir

Based in Chevannes, in the Hautes-Côtes de Nuits, Domaine David Duband has established itself among the most followed names in contemporary Burgundy. Since his first vinification under his own name in 1991, David Duband has shaped a highly recognisable style, built on pure fruit, refined tannins and a clear expression of the great terroirs of the Côte de Nuits.

The estate now covers around 17 to 20 hectares, depending on the parcels worked, spanning the Hautes-Côtes, prestigious village appellations, premiers crus and grands crus. Its range extends from Nuits-Saint-Georges to Vosne-Romanée, Morey-Saint-Denis and Gevrey-Chambertin, with major appellations such as Charmes-Chambertin, Latricières-Chambertin, Clos de la Roche, Clos de Vougeot and Échezeaux.

History and evolution of the estate

The family estate was developed in Chevannes by Pierre Duband, David’s father, during the 1960s. For many years, the grapes were sold to the Beaune cooperative. The turning point came in 1991, when David Duband decided to vinify part of the harvest himself, notably from parcels in Nuits-Saint-Georges.

The domaine later gained a new dimension with the arrival of prestigious Côte de Nuits parcels, particularly through vines entrusted by François Feuillet, some of them linked to the former Truchot-Martin holdings. This progression gave the estate remarkable depth of range, while affirming a freer, more lifted and intensely Burgundian style.

Terroir and vinification

The estate works a mosaic of terroirs, from the Hautes-Côtes de Nuits to some of the most sought-after appellations of the Côte de Nuits. The soils are cultivated with care, under a certified organic approach, to preserve the vitality of the parcels and the natural balance of Pinot Noir.

In the cellar, David Duband favours native fermentations, whole clusters in varying proportions depending on the cuvée and vintage, and gentle macerations. Ageing remains measured, with a controlled use of new oak, allowing the wine to develop without imposing a woody signature.

Style of the wines

David Duband’s wines stand out for their silky texture, aromatic lift and highly drinkable character. The vinifications bring an airy feel, fine-grained structure and natural tension, while delicate extractions preserve the texture of Pinot Noir. The village wines are open, sapid and accessible; the premiers crus and grands crus gain depth, structure and ageing potential.

Emblematic cuvées

Cellaring and food pairings

Domaine David Duband wines can be enjoyed young for their energy and clean fruit, while the greatest terroirs gain complexity after several years in the cellar. They pair beautifully with roast poultry, veal, mushrooms, slow-cooked meats, gently spiced dishes and mature cheeses.