Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Francois Feuillet
Label Name:
 
Charmes Chambertin Grand Cru
Vintage:
 
2021
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Charmes-Chambertin, Gevrey-Chambertin, Côte de Nuits, Burgundy
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13%
Grape(s):
 
Pinot Noir
Method:
 
Hand-harvested, minimal destemming for Grand Cru fruit, fermentation in tanks and 12–18 months ageing in French oak (≈40% new). Estate practices organic farming/ECOSERT certification and low-yield selection.
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
15-18
Tasting Note:
 
Concentrated Pinot Noir: black cherry, plum, wild raspberry, violet and forest-floor notes. Silky, layered texture with fine-grained tannins, baking spice and subtle oak; medium–full body and a long, savory finish.
Food Pairing:
 
Roast duck, beef bourguignon, braised short ribs, mushroom risotto, roasted lamb; Asian: Peking duck, miso-glazed salmon, sukiyaki, char siu pork, Korean bbq (bulgogi).
Vineyard Info:
 
Owned by François Feuillet; wines made by David Duband since 1991. Domaine comprises ~17 ha with several Grand and Premier Cru holdings; emphasis on organic conversion, low yields and careful selection.
Awards/Ratings:
 
Domaine Feuillet’s other Grand Crus have received high scores (early- to mid-90s) from major critics