Bouchard Père & Fils Chambertin-Clos de Bèze Grand Cru 2021

A$1,350.00

Availability
In stock
Volume
750ml
Varieties
Region/Country
Burgundy, France
Rating
93-96 points

Vintages

2021

Description

Renowned and respected as one of the finest producers in Burgundy, Bouchard Père et Fils has truly become an institution, known for the exceptional quality of their wines and the diversity of its many vineyards. Founded in 1731, Bouchard Père et Fils has built up an estate of 130ha and, collectively, is the largest owner of Grand Crus (12ha) and Premier Crus (74ha) across the Côte d’Or Bouchard Père et Fils representing almost one hundred ‘climats’ or uniquely diverse vineyards, including prestigious monopoles such as ‘Beaune Grèves Vigne de l’Enfant Jésus’ and ‘Chevalier-Montrachet La Cabotte’.

The most prestigious Grand Cru in Gevrey-Chambertin is also one of the oldest walled vineyards in France. The famous "clos" was created in the 7th century by the monks from the abbey of Bèze in the best-situated place on their vast estate. In 1395, Philippe le Hardi decided to improve the quality of the wines and banned the Gamay variety in favour of pinot noir on his land. Later, Chambertin Clos-de-Bèze shared the imperial crown with Chambertin: during his reign, Napoleon would drink no other wines.

Rating

Score
93 - 96 points
Reviewer
Jasper Morris
Review

Not domaine, but sourced from their usual plot of 0.70ha which delivered a fairly full crop in 2021. Just 30% whole bunch vinification. Full deep red plum and peach fruit, a bouquet which might want freshening. A delicious and accurate style of Clos de Bèze on the palate, with some strawberries now at the back of the palate. Minor tannins, good persistence. Drink from 2028-2035

Specifications

Closure
Cork
Serving Temp.
14-18 °C
Alcohol
13.5%
Cellar until
2029 - 2041
Decanter
Food pairing
Venison Pies, Beef Wellington, Full flavoured cheeses,

Tasting Profile

Nose
Moderately generous wood and menthol notes contend with exuberantly spicy black cherry liqueur-like aromas, enriched by lovely floral wisps.
Palate
The bigger-bodied and more powerful flavors exhibit excellent concentration and are graced with ample amounts of sappy dry extract, effectively tempering the firm tannic structure that shapes the complex, balanced, and remarkably long finale.

Bouchard Père & Fils Chambertin-Clos de Bèze Grand Cru 2021

Bouchard Père & Fils Chambertin-Clos de Bèze Grand Cru 2021
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