It has a ruby colour with purple nuances. On the nose, it combines black berry, spice and toasted aromas coming from the oak maturation. It shows an appealing fruit mingled with liquorice and gamy character. It is juicy and well-structured with good tannins on the palate. It is powerful with a long finish.
To match with a good piece of beef, stewed ham or rustic cheese.
- climate
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The region is at the confluence of three major influences: southerly, oceanic and continental. These unique conditions have, over time, dictated the choice of varietal. The climate of the Bourgogne winegrowing region is mainly temperate, and has a positive influence on vine growing.
- soil
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Clay and limestone, located in the north part of Gevrey- Chambertin on a single plot named “Les Journeaux” close to the 1er Cru vineyards.
- vinification
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Hand-picked, the grapes have been vatted during 16 days. After fermentation, the wine has been matured in oak cask for 15 months.