2016 Claude Dugat Gevrey-Chambertin

Name : Gevrey-Chambertin
Producer : Claude Dugat
Vintage : 2016
Name : Gevrey-Chambertin
Region : Côte de Nuits, Burgundy, France
Grape variety : Pinot Noir 

Wine characteristics:

• Dress : The dress of Gevrey-Chambertin 2016 is deep, almost purple, with purplish reflections, testifying to the youth and the concentration of wine. The shine of the dress is a sign of purity and radiance.

• Nose : The nose is intense and complex, with aromas typical of Gevrey-Chambertin, such as ripe red fruits (blackcurrant, black cherry, raspberry) and notes of black fruit slightly jammed. Spicy touches (pepper, cloves), as well as fine wooded shades (grilled oak, cocoa) and aromas of undergrowth complement the bouquet, offering a good depth. A few notes of leather and violet add a subtle floral touch to the whole.

• Mouth : On the palate, the Gevrey-Chambertin 2016 is distinguished by its power and its structure, with very present but silky tannins, offering a velvety and elegant texture. The aromas of black fruit are found at the palace, accompanied by spicy touches and a discreet minerality, characteristic of the terroir of Gevrey-Chambertin. The acidity, well mastered, brings freshness and liveliness, while balancing the richness of wine. The finish is long and persistent, marked by aromas of ripe fruits and lightly grilled, with a hint of liquorice in the background.

• Length : The finish is long, well balanced, with a beautiful persistence of fruity aromas and spicy touches which extend pleasantly in the mouth. The tannic structure is present, but it remains flexible and silky, allowing the wine to open and to gradually be.

Conservation and childcare potential:

• THE Gevrey-Chambertin 2016 is a wine that can be tasted now, but it also benefits from significant childcare potential. This vintage presents a beautiful concentration and fine tannins which will allow it to improve over time. It can be kept during 10 to 15 years old, or even more, in a fresh and stable cellar.

• For optimal tasting, it is advisable to let it age a few years or carafer before serving it to allow the wine to release all its complexity.

Potting and wines agreements:

• Meats : THE Gevrey-Chambertin 2016 fits perfectly with red meats, such as a roasted beef net, A Cherry duck breast or a grilled. It also accompanies braised meats, such as a Burgundian beef or a Wine rooster.

• Refined dishes : This wine also goes very well with finer dishes based on mushrooms, such as a Cepes risotto or Wild mushroom sandwiches. It can also be served with poultry -based dishes, such as a morel chicken.

• Cheeses : THE Gevrey-Chambertin 2016 is an excellent companion of refined cheese, such as the county, THE Brie de Meaux, or the refined goat cheese. It also goes very well with cheese cheeses parsley like the Roquefort or the Bresse Bleu.