Chanson : Charmes-Chambertin Grand cru 2019

Characteristics and tasting notes of the Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru 2019 Chanson

Tasting notes

Colour
With beautiful concentration, the deep ruby red colour is immediately captivating.

Nose
Complex and expressive, the bouquet opens with aromas of roses and red fruits. It then reveals notes of cooked red fruits, spices, tobacco and vanilla, enriched by touches of cherry, blackcurrant, mint, earth and black fruits.

Palate
Dense and full of energy, the attack offers excellent concentration with flavours of blueberry, black fruits and earthy notes. The finish is persistent and spicy, supported by a well-defined tannic structure.

Food and wine pairing

This red wine pairs perfectly with full-flavoured meats such as pheasant, grilled duck or lamb roasted with garlic and rosemary. It also goes wonderfully with mushroom or black truffle dishes, as well as with mature cheeses such as Époisses, Langres, Comté or Brie de Meaux.

Service and storage

With fine ageing potential, this Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru 2019 can be enjoyed from 2025 and will develop favourably until at least 2030.

Other characteristics

This wine has an alcohol content of 13.5%.

The depth and energy of an exceptional terroir in Burgundy

The estate

Founded in 1750 by Simon Verry, the house of Chanson is a historic institution located in Beaune, at the heart of the Burgundy region. Acquired in 1999 by Société Jacques Bollinger, its current owner, the estate is now managed by Thierry Berger. The estate oversees a 88-hectare vineyard spread across the Côte de Beaune and the Côte Chalonnaise. Committed to a strong environmental approach with a conversion to organic farming, the house also stands out for ageing its wines within the Bastion de l'Oratoire, a fortified 15th-century structure.

The vineyard

Charmes-Chambertin is the largest Grand Cru in the commune of Gevrey-Chambertin. The plots are located mid-slope, benefiting from an east-facing exposure. This distinctive terroir rests on a geological mosaic: the lower part of the slope consists of clay-limestone soils, while the upper section reveals Jurassic marls and limestones rich in marine fossils. The vineyard is managed with precision viticulture, involving rigorous plot-by-plot management and biodiversity-friendly practices.

Winemaking and ageing

The winemaking process includes 25 to 50% whole bunches. Malolactic fermentation takes place entirely in barrels on fine lees, without any stirring. True to its philosophy of minimal intervention, the estate uses neither fining nor filtration. Ageing lasts between 13 and 14 months in oak barrels, with a moderate proportion of new wood (around 30 to 35%), within the historic cellars of the bastion.

Grape variety

Pinot Noir (100%).