Armand Rousseau Gevrey Chambertin 1er Cru Les Cazetiers 2018
From the clay-limestone hillsides of Gevrey-Chambertin, this 1er Cru Les Cazetiers 2018 from Domaine Armand Rousseau is a precise Pinot Noir. Notes of cherry and spices, with a silky and mineral palate. Perfect until 2030 with roasted meats or aged cheeses.
Domaine Armand Rousseau Nestled in the heart of Gevrey-Chambertin, this family estate has embodied Burgundian excellence for nearly a century, combining tradition and precision. - Terroir: Exceptional plots in the Côte de Nuits, where clay-limestone soils and gentle slopes shape wines of rare minerality and depth. - Vinification: A respectful approach to the fruit, with carefully managed ageing in oak barrels to preserve the purity and elegance of the Pinot Noir.
Tasting notes for Domaine Armand Rousseau Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Les Cazetiers 2018 - To the eye: A deep ruby robe with garnet highlights, of a silky and luminous texture, heralding a character that is both dense and refined. - On the nose: A bouquet where fresh black cherry, delicate violet, notes of liquorice and a touch of undergrowth mingle, all lifted by a subtle chalky salinity. - On the palate: A lively and precise attack, carried by silky tannins and a taut acidity, while a stony minerality stretches into a long and persistent finish. Serve between 14 and 16°C, in a Burgundy glass to release its full complexity.
Vintage 2018 A generous and balanced vintage, where the summer heat ripened grapes of rare concentration, without sacrificing freshness. - Ageing potential: Keep for 10 to 15 years in a cool cellar (12-14°C) and away from light, to fully reveal its complexity.
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