Presentation
Presentation
"Charmes-Chambertin" is one of Gevrey-Chambertin's nine Grand Crus. The "Charmes-Chambertin" and "Mazoyères-Chambertin" areas of appellation are the same, but "Charmes-Chambertin" is more commonly used.
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Terroir
Calcareous clay soil with silt and gravelly scree in the upper part
Winemaking
Handpicking, grape sorting upon arrival at the winery.
Fermenting maceration in thermoregulated wooden vats for 18 to 21 days.
Aging in oak barrels (40 to 50% new barrels) for 16 to 18 months.
Fermenting maceration in thermoregulated wooden vats for 18 to 21 days.
Aging in oak barrels (40 to 50% new barrels) for 16 to 18 months.
Varietal
Pinot Noir
Advice
Serving
Serve at 16-17°C (60-62°F).
Long aging potential: 7 to 10 years and more.
Long aging potential: 7 to 10 years and more.
Tasting
The nose boasts great depth and features notes of red fruit (raspberry, red currant), and flowers (peony, rose, violet...) along with a delicate hint of oak which will evolve over time to more animal and spicy aromas. Power and elegance come together marvellously on the palate for voluptuous mouthfeel.
Food pairings
Finely prepared roasted or stewed meats (beef, lamb, pork, game, duck)
Medium to mature cheeses
Recipe suggestion: beef tenderloin served with a red wine reduction
Medium to mature cheeses
Recipe suggestion: beef tenderloin served with a red wine reduction
Quotes
James Suckling: 98/100 (2020)
Jasper Morris: 93-95/100 (2018)
Vinous: 92-94/100 (2018)
Jasper Morris: 93-95/100 (2018)
Vinous: 92-94/100 (2018)
