Drouhin-Laroze Gevrey Chambertin Dix Climats 2022

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Drouhin-Laroze
Label Name:
 
Gevrey Chambertin Dix Climats
Vintage:
 
2022
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Gevrey-Chambertin, Côte de Nuits, Burgundy
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13%
Grape(s):
 
Pinot Noir
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
3
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
Jasper Morris (Inside Burgundy) 90–91; Vinous (Neal Martin) 89; Robert Parker's Wine Advocate 88–90; Burghound 88–91; Tim Atkin 90

Tasting Note
Perfumed red-fruit core of crushed strawberry, raspberry and redcurrant with floral lavender and subtle spice. Medium-bodied, silky texture, fine acidity, a touch of black pepper and gentle vanilla/oak on the finish.

Food Pairing
Western: roast beef, mushroom risotto, duck à l'orange, Époisses/soft cheeses; Asian: Peking duck, miso-glazed salmon, char siu pork, mushroom hot pot, Korean barbecue.

Production Method
Gentle maceration with ~25% whole-bunch fermentation; vinified in enamelled steel/stainless and cement vats; aged c.12–18 months in oak (approx. 40% new) with two winters on the lees.

Vineyard Info
Domaine Drouhin‑Laroze is a sixth‑generation family estate (founded 1850) based in Gevrey‑Chambertin; 11.5 ha planted to Pinot Noir including many Grand Crus; now run by Caroline and Nicolas Drouhin.