Tortochot, Gevrey Chambertin Vielles Vignes
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| The grapes for this cuvée are harvested from old vines in the Gevrey-Chambertin appellation, benefiting from the region’s distinctive limestone and marl soils. These mature vines yield grapes with concentrated flavors and natural acidity. Sustainable farming practices are employed to ensure the health of the vineyards and the quality of the fruit. |
Product description
| Domaine Tortochot, a venerable estate in Burgundy’s Côte de Nuits, has been under the stewardship of the Tortochot family for four generations. Winemaker Chantal Tortochot continues the family legacy, crafting wines that authentically express the unique terroir of Gevrey-Chambertin. The Gevrey-Chambertin Vieilles Vignes is produced from Pinot Noir vines averaging sixty years in age, reflecting the estate’s commitment to traditional viticulture and winemaking practices. The wine undergoes fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, followed by aging in French oak barrels to enhance complexity and structure. This meticulous process results in a wine that encapsulates the essence of its prestigious origin. | |
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Grapes | Pinot Noir |
| Alcohol | 13% |
| Tasting Notes | This wine displays a deep ruby hue. The nose is complex and deeply pitched, reflecting notes of red and dark berries, earth, and sauvage aromas, trimmed in a touch of wood toast. On the palate, it offers sleek, intense, and delicious bigger-bodied flavors that possess excellent verve, while offering impressive persistence on the compact, tightly wound, and youthfully austere finale. |
| Country | Frakkland |
| Type | Rauðvín |
| Food Pairing | This Gevrey-Chambertin pairs exquisitely with game meats, roasted duck, and earthy mushroom dishes. Its robust structure and layered complexity make it a superb companion to rich, flavorful cuisine. |
