Tortochot Chambertin Grand Cru 2021

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Tortochot
Label Name:
 
Chambertin Grand Cru
Vintage:
 
2021
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Chambertin Grand Cru, Gevrey-Chambertin, Côte de Nuits, Burgundy
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13.5%
Grape(s):
 
Pinot Noir
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
5%) with positive reviews and good ageing potential; domaine certified organic 2013

Tasting Note
Concentrated red and black cherry, raspberry, violet, licorice, forest floor and spice; silky yet firm tannins, bright acidity and a long mineral-tinged finish.

Food Pairing
Western: roast duck, roast lamb, braised beef short rib, mushroom risotto, charcuterie and aged cheeses. Asian: Peking duck, char siu, soy-braised beef, miso-glazed eggplant, rich umami ramen or mushroom hot pot.

Production Method
Hand-harvested Pinot Noir from Grand Cru parcels; organic viticulture (certified 2013); traditional fermentation with malolactic in barrel; aged ~15–18 months in French oak; typically bottled unfined and unfiltered.

Vineyard Info
Domaine Tortochot, family estate in Gevrey-Chambertin (fourth generation, led by Chantal Tortochot), ~12 ha across premier and grand cru sites including Chambertin, Mazis and Charmes.