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.