i. Biography
The Climb
At Domaine David Duband in Chevannes, France, the work has been built around a measured balance: a more modern style, kept in check by a precise reading of terroir and fruit. Under David Duband, the wines are set up to show origin clearly, with restraint and clarity doing the main work rather than overt weight or ornament. Since 1991, the family domaine has been shaped by David Duband as founder and head, with the estate developing under a steady hand rather than abrupt shifts. That continuity matters in the glass. In Chevannes, the domaine has taken form as a personal expression, where modern and traditional methods are treated as complementary tools, not competing positions. As winemaker, David Duband continues to guide the estate he built, keeping the work close to detail while leaving room for site and fruit to remain legible. The wines carry that balance: controlled, but not boxed in; polished, but still tied to place.
Today
The work remains tied to Burgundy, and that regional frame still defines the house style. For David Duband, Burgundy is not backdrop but structure: a place where structure, elegance, and specificity are expected, and where the domaine answers with discipline rather than excess.
Signature
David Duband’s signature wines include Charmes-Chambertin, Latricieres Chambertin, and Les Procès. They sit within the same estate language: careful handling, clear site expression, and a preference for definition over display. Taken together, they show a cellar organized around precision and restraint, with enough depth and texture to keep the wines firmly individual.
Profile updated July 2026
FAQ
Asked of David
What recognition has David Duband received?
3 stars.
What is David Duband known for?
Elegant, fresh, and aromatically complex wines.
