Philippe Charlopin Charmes Chambertin Grand Cru 2017

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Philippe Charlopin
Label Name:
 
Charmes Chambertin Grand Cru
Vintage:
 
2017
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Gevrey‑Chambertin, Côte de Nuits, Burgundy
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13.5%
Grape(s):
 
100% Pinot Noir
Acidity:
 
3
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
Burghound review range reported ~90–93 for Charlopin Charmes‑Chambertin 2017; 5% and note balanced, ageworthy 2017 vintage

Tasting Note
Elegant red‑cherry and raspberry core with forest‑floor, spice and subtle oak. Silky texture, fine‑grained tannins, lively acidity and a long mineral finish.

Food Pairing
Western: roast duck, beef bourguignon, lamb or wild‑mushroom risotto. Asian: Peking duck, char siu, miso‑glazed pork, soy‑ginger salmon, shiitake mushroom stir‑fries.

Production Method
Hand‑harvested Pinot Noir; partial destemming; indigenous‑yeast fermentation with extended maceration; aged 16–18 months in French oak (significant new oak for Grand Cru), lightly filtered.

Vineyard Info
Domaine Philippe Charlopin‑Parizot (est. 1977) is a family domaine in Gevrey‑Chambertin (~25 ha). Known for Grand Cru holdings and a modern, terroir‑focused approach under Philippe and son Yann.