Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
A.Rousseau
Label Name:
 
Chambertin Grand Cru
Vintage:
 
1990
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Burgundy — Gevrey‑Chambertin (Chambertin Grand Cru)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13%
Grape(s):
 
Pinot Noir
Method:
 
Hand‑harvested Pinot Noir; mostly destemmed, open‑top fermentation, aged ~18–20 months in Allier oak barrels (one‑wine/new oak use varies by parcel).
Acidity:
 
3
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
15-17
Tasting Note:
 
Mature Pinot Noir: dried red and black stone fruits, leather, tobacco, forest floor, spice and truffle notes; silky texture, moderate tannins and long, savory finish.
Food Pairing:
 
Western: roast duck, beef bourguignon, lamb, mushroom risotto. Asian: Peking duck, char siu pork, braised beef short ribs, miso‑glazed eggplant, shiitake mushroom dishes.
Vineyard Info:
 
Domaine Armand Rousseau, family estate since early 20th century in Gevrey‑Chambertin, renowned for multiple Grand Crus and traditional, low‑yield viticulture. Managed by the Rousseau family across generations.
Awards/Ratings:
 
Notable scores: Burghound ~95; Vinous 94; Jancis Robinson 19/20; The Wine Advocate ~90