Gevrey-Chambertin - 1er Cru Clos Saint-Jacques - 2013 - Sylvie Esmonin - 3L

An exceptional Premier Cru, reflecting the richness and complexity of the Gevrey-Chambertin terroir.

📋 Characteristics

• Appellation: Gevrey-Chambertin Premier Cru AOC
• Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Noir
• Vintage: 2013
• Terroir: From the renowned Clos Saint-Jacques climat, known for its exceptional quality
• Vinification & Ageing: Traditional open-top fermentation, followed by ageing in French oak barrels (including a proportion of new oak) for about 18 months

🍇 Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Deep ruby red with garnet highlights
• Nose: Intense aromas of black fruits (black cherry, blackberry), floral violet notes, hints of crushed stone, wild herbs and a touch of game, lifted by a peppery nuance
• Palate: Concentrated and intense, with a beautiful inner energy, ripe black fruit flavors, pronounced minerality and fine tannic structure
• Finish: Long and harmonious, with remarkable persistence on fruity and spicy notes

🍴 Food Pairings

• 🦆 Duck breast with cherries
• 🥩 Beef Wellington
• 🍄 Wild mushroom risotto
• 🧀 Aged cheeses such as Comté or Brie de Meaux

🗓 Cellaring Potential

Enjoy now or cellar through 2030 for optimal evolution.

🏰 About the Domaine

Located in Gevrey-Chambertin, Domaine Sylvie Esmonin is a family-run estate known for its authentic, expressive wines. Passionate winemaker Sylvie Esmonin upholds Burgundian traditions while bringing a personal touch to her wines, faithfully reflecting the exceptional terroir of the Côte de Nuits.