Gevrey-Chambertin: a world famous village in the heart of the Côte de Nuits; well known for its great red wines, perfect examples of Pinot Noir complexity and balance.
Gevrey-Chambertin is a lovely village in the Côte de Nuits, north of Nuits Saint-Georges near Dijon.
Varietal(s):
100% Pinot Noir
Winemaking:
Vinification in stock vats; maturation in oak barrels - one-third in new oak for 12 to 14 months. We select our oak barrels in the Allier and Vosges regions in order to diversify the woody taste.
Visual Aspect:
Brilliant cherry red
Nose:
Racy and complex, a note of wood, vanilla and red fruits (blackberry, raspberry and Morello cherry)
Palate:
Red fruits and licorice, persistent and long
Food Pairing:
Rich, flavorful dishes such as shoulder of lamb, Boeuf Bourguignon, coq au vin and strong cheeses
