Albert Bichot - Charmes Chambertin Grand Cru 2017

    Albert Bichot - Charmes Chambertin Grand Cru 2017

    Bourgogne • Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru • Red

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    £1,110.00 tax included
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    Packaging : 6 x 75CL - Cardboard

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    Description

    THE Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru 2017 of the Albert Bichot House is a wine red of rare elegance, a reflection of its prestigious terroir in Burgundy. This Grand Cru It offers an unforgettable tasting experience, where the finesse of the aromas combines with a silky tannic structure. An exceptional wine that embodies the passion and expertise of Maison Albert Bichot.
    Notes and pairings

    Notes and pairings

    Tasting notes

    This Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru The 2017 vintage reveals a deep, brilliant ruby color. On the nose, it offers a complex bouquet of ripe red and black fruits, enhanced by spicy and subtly oaky notes. The palate is full and silky, with fine tannins and lovely freshness. The finish is long and persistent, leaving a rich and elegant aromatic imprint.

    Food & wine pairings

    It will perfectly complement grilled red meats, game birds and mature cheeses.
    Producer

    Producer

    THE Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru is located on the Côte de Nuits, north of Gevrey-Chambertin. This exceptional terroir benefits from ideal exposure and a complex soil composed of calcareous marl and gravel. These characteristics give the wines great finesse, an elegant structure, and remarkable aromatic complexity. climat is temperate, with hot summers and cold winters, promoting optimal ripening of the grapes.

    Owner and history

    Maison Albert Bichot is managed by Albéric Bichot, representing the sixth generation of this winemaking family. He embodies the passion and commitment of the house to the quality and authenticity of Burgundy wines. Albéric Bichot is dedicated to perpetuating family traditions while integrating the most modern techniques to enhance the expression of the terroirs.

    Vinification and aging

    The winemaking process Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru The 2017 vintage is crafted with the utmost care to preserve the integrity of the fruit and the expression of the terroir. The grapes are hand-harvested and rigorously sorted. Fermentation takes place in wooden vats, with maceration lasting a period of varying length depending on the vintage. The wine is then aged in French oak barrels, a proportion of which are new, for a period of 18 to 20 months. This process allows the tannins to soften and the aromas to develop greater complexity.

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    The team's opinion

    A Grand Cru from Burgundy which reveals the quintessence of Pinot Noir, a wine of rare depth and elegance, promising a great tasting experience.

    • Serving temperature 16–18 °C

    • Climax 2024 à 2035

    Wine profile

    • Complex
    • Fruity
    • Framed