Gevrey-Chambertin
Situation
Côte de Nuits
Level
AOC Village
Grape variety
Pinot noir
A great appellation in the Côte de Nuits, both for its size and its renown, Gevrey-Chambertin stands out for the impressive diversity of its terroirs. White wine is not produced here, only Pinot Noir grapes are grown.
The vines grown in marl-based soil covered with scree and red silt from the plateau, which lend the wine their elegance and finesse while the marls that contain a high proportion of fossilized shells and clay, confer body and firmness.
Tasting
Rich nose combining scents of ripe red and black fruit (strawberry, raspberry...) with notes of oak and spices, which will evolve over time toward more animal notes (musk, fur). On the palate, this is a rich, well-structured wine with bold, yet classy tannins. The finish boasts lovely length.
Food/wine pairing
Taste this wine with roasted or stewed meats (beef, lamb, game), or with medium to mature cheeses.
Serving and keeping
Serve at 15-16°C (59-61°F).
Aging potential: 5 to 7 years and more.
Vintages
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The vineyard
Soil: Calcic and limestone-based brown soil
Vinification
Harvest: Handpicked
Fermentation: Temperature-controlled conical oak vats
Fermentation time
: 18 to 21 days
Ageing
Ageing: In oak barrels 100%
Ageing time: 14 to 16 months
Proportion of new barrels: 25% to 30%
James Suckling.com (February 12th, 2019)
2017 Burgundy : A nuanced, terroir-driven vintage: 90/100
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