Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Clos Saint-Jacques 2023

Description

Description Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Clos Saint-Jacques

Estate

The Domaine Sylvie Esmonin is a family estate renowned for its traditional expertise in producing wines from the Côte de Nuits. Sylvie Esmonin continues a tradition of excellence by combining respect for the terroir with modern techniques to create precise and elegant wines from her vineyard plots.

Vineyard

Located in the Côte de Nuits within the prestigious Gevrey-Chambertin appellation, this vineyard benefits from renowned clay-limestone soils that impart richness and aromatic complexity to the grapes. The commune of Gevrey-Chambertin is famous for its Premier and Grand Crus, reflecting a high qualitative potential.

Wine

This Gevrey-Chambertin Premier Cru Domaine Sylvie Esmonin 2023 showcases the typicity of Pinot Noir at its most subtle expression. The wine reveals a balance between aromatic finesse and delicate tannic structure, with notes of red fruits and elegant spice characteristic of the vintage.

Vintage

The 2023 vintage is marked by favorable climatic conditions that provided optimal ripeness and remarkable freshness to the grapes. This vintage promises a wine with beautiful complexity and good aging potential.

Vinification & Aging

The vinification is carefully conducted to preserve the delicacy of Pinot Noir, favoring fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats. Aging takes place in oak barrels, including a portion of new wood, to bring structure and complexity without overshadowing the fruit’s finesse.

Grape Variety

100% Pinot Noir

Characteristics & Tasting

Tasting

• Appearance: Clear ruby red to deep with violet highlights.
• Nose: Delicate aromas of cherry, ripe raspberry accompanied by spicy and slightly floral notes.
• Palate: Smooth attack revealing nice freshness with fine and silky tannins, an elegant finish marked by red fruit nuances and a subtle mineral touch.

Serving

Serve at 59-61°F (15-16°C). Decanting for 30 minutes is recommended for young wines to fully express the aromatic profile.

Food Pairings

Ideal with matured rib steak, herb-crusted rack of lamb, Époisses or 24-month-aged Comté cheese, and spiced duck breast.

Occasions

Perfect for an important business dinner, a wedding anniversary, or a convivial gathering among fine wine enthusiasts.

Aging Potential

To be enjoyed within the next 5-10 years. Can be tasted now but will gain complexity over the next decade.