Category: | Red Wines |
Sub-Category: | Red Wines |
Producer: | Domaine de la Vougeraie |
Label Name: | Charmes Chambertin Les Mazoyeres Grand Cru |
Vintage: | 2018 |
Country: | France |
Region: | Gevrey‑Chambertin (Charmes‑Chambertin 'Les Mazoyères'), Côte de Nuits, Burgundy |
Volume: | 750ml |
ABV: | 13% |
Grape(s): | Pinot Noir |
Acidity: | 4 |
Tannins: | 3 |
Sweetness: | 1 |
Body: | 4 |
Length: | 4 |
Aroma Intensity: | 4 |
Best Temperature: | 16-18°C |
Awards/Ratings
Critical scores for the 2018 Vougeraie Charmes‑Chambertin Les Mazoyères include Vinous ~93–95, Robert Parker / Wine Advocate ~92–94; reviewers note long aging potential (drinkability 2028–2040+ in many notes)
Tasting Note
Raspberry and black‑cherry core with violet florals, forest‑floor and graphite notes. Silky, spicy tannins, bright acidity and chalky mineral drive; medium‑to‑full bodied with a long, savory finish.
Food Pairing
Roast lamb, beef tournedos, duck confit, mushroom risotto; Asian: Peking duck, char siu, miso‑glazed fish, Korean bulgogi, teriyaki beef.
Production Method
Certified organic/biodynamic viticulture; high whole‑berry/whole‑cluster proportions, cold pre‑fermentation maceration, native‑yeast fermentation and ~16 months in French oak (c.36% new).
Vineyard Info
Domaine de la Vougeraie (est. holdings consolidated 1999) manages ~40 ha across Côte d'Or including several grands crus; known for converting many vineyards to organic/biodynamic farming and low‑intervention winemaking.