Gevrey-Chambertin 2023

Maison Joseph Drouhin, founded in Beaune in 1880, is one of Burgundy’s great family-owned wine houses. For four generations, the Drouhin family has crafted wines with the ambition of expressing the remarkable diversity of Burgundy’s terroirs with precision, elegance and authenticity.With a portfolio spanning more than 90 appellations, Joseph Drouhin offers a genuine journey through the richness and diversity of Burgundy, from regional appellations to the most prestigious Premier and Grand Crus.

The Maison has been awarded the Grappe d’Or by Gault&Millau, a distinction that recognises the quality of its work and its position among the leading names in Burgundy.

Gevrey-Chambertin comes from one of the most prestigious appellations of the Côte de Nuits, in the northern part of the region. The village was mentioned as early as 630 under the name “Gibriacus” and its history is closely linked to Pinot Noir. According to tradition, a winegrower named Bertin planted vines here, inspired by the practices of neighbouring monks. The exceptional quality of the wine produced from his “field of Bertin” earned widespread recognition and eventually contributed to the name Chambertin. The shallow, lean red-brown soils produce a Pinot Noir of great character, combining intensity, structure, depth and elegance.

Appearance: Lovely ruby robe, clear, vivid, and bright.

Nose: Intense aromas of black cherry and wild blackberry, lifted by a fine touch of licorice. The oak, discreet and elegant, is subtly integrated. With ageing, notes of spice (nutmeg, leather) develop, followed by hints of mushroom and forest floor.

Palate: Tannins are present yet well-rounded, with no excessive astringency, balanced by pleasant freshness and harmonious body.

Food Pairing: Perfect with spiced duck breast, rabbit with mustard, or matured Brie de Meaux.

Serving Temperature: Recommended 16 °C.

Ageing potential : 15 years

The 2023 Burgundy vintage has produced an elegant and complex Pinot Noir with intense aromas of dark fruits and spices, supported by fine tannins, vibrant freshness, and a long, persistent finish.