Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
A.Rousseau
Label Name:
 
Chambertin Clos de Beze Grand Cru
Vintage:
 
2016
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Gevrey‑Chambertin, Côte de Nuits, Burgundy
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
14%
Grape(s):
 
Pinot Noir
Method:
 
Traditional Burgundian vinification: long maceration with gentle extraction, fermentations in tank/wood, then ~18–20 months in French oak barrels (significant new oak). Minimal filtration.
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
5
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
5
Length:
 
5
Aroma Intensity:
 
5
Best Temperature:
 
15-17
Tasting Note:
 
Concentrated black cherry, plum and cassis with savory notes of grilled meat, truffle, mushroom and subtle spice. Powerful, mineral-driven palate with ripe, muscular tannins, vibrant acidity and a very long, structured finish.
Food Pairing:
 
Western: roast duck, roast beef, venison, mushroom risotto, coq au vin. Asian: Peking duck, char siu or hoisin pork, miso‑glazed dishes, grilled shiitake, bulgogi.
Vineyard Info:
 
Domaine Armand Rousseau (Père et Fils) is an iconic family estate in Gevrey‑Chambertin, long renowned for precise, terroir-driven Grand Cru Pinot Noir including Chambertin and Clos de Bèze.
Awards/Ratings:
 
Notable scores: Wine Advocate (William Kelley) 97/100, John Gilman 97+, Vinous 94–96, Neal Martin 95, Decanter 95, Wine Spectator 95. Widely praised; cellaring window commonly cited 2028–2060