Louis Jadot : Chapelle-Chambertin Grand cru Dom. Louis Jadot 2018

Characteristics and tasting notes of Chapelle-Chambertin Grand Cru Domaine Louis Jadot 2018

Tasting

Appearance
This wine reveals a deep ruby colour with garnet highlights, showcasing beautiful density and luminous transparency.

Nose
Rich and complex, the nose exudes generous aromas of red and black fruits such as raspberry, black cherry and blackberry. This bouquet is enhanced by woody notes, sweet spices and cocoa, all underlined by subtle earthy touches.

Palate
Sumptuous and rich, the palate seduces with its extraordinary delicacy and silky texture. The ripe, abundant tannins envelop a concentrated palate that stretches towards a refined finish, lingering on notes of berries, earth and perfectly integrated oak.

Food and wine pairings

This grand cru from France pairs wonderfully with sophisticated dishes such as meats in sauce, like a bœuf bourguignon, or game such as roast venison or hare. It also makes an ideal accompaniment to characterful cheeses such as Époisses, Munster or Bleu d'Auvergne.

Serving and cellaring

For an optimal tasting experience of Chapelle-Chambertin Grand Cru Dom. Louis Jadot 2018, it is recommended to serve it at a temperature between 16 and 18°C, ideally decanting it for one to two hours in its youth. Endowed with immense potential, this structured red wine can be cellared for several decades.

The richness and delicacy of a Burgundy grand cru crafted by Louis Jadot

The estate

Officially founded in 1859, Maison Louis Jadot is a true institution in Burgundy, based in Beaune. Although the family's winemaking history began as early as 1826, the estate now covers nearly 270 hectares. Currently led by Thomas Seiter, with the support of the Gagey and Kopf families, the property stands out for its commitment to letting each terroir express itself. Certified High Environmental Value Level 3 since 2019, the house is dedicated to sustainable viticulture in order to preserve the authenticity of its prestigious climats.

The vineyard

Chapelle-Chambertin is an illustrious grand cru located within the Gevrey-Chambertin appellation, in the Côte de Nuits. The vines flourish on the eastern part of the finage, benefiting from a lovely south-east exposure. They grow on clay-limestone soils that give the grapes optimal ripeness while preserving great freshness. The "Domaine" designation guarantees rigorous control of the growing practices directly by the house.

The vintage

The 2018 vintage in Burgundy was marked by warm and particularly dry weather conditions. This summer climate, characterised by high temperatures and generous sunshine, encouraged excellent phenolic ripeness of the berries, delivering rich grapes with perfectly ripe tannins at harvest.

Winemaking and aging

The making of Chapelle-Chambertin Grand Cru Dom. Louis Jadot 2018 relies on carefully controlled extraction to structure the wine while preserving the finesse of its texture. The wine then benefits from attentive aging in oak barrels, with a significant proportion of new wood, designed to integrate harmoniously without ever masking the brilliance of the fruit and the expression of the terroir.

Grape variety

Pinot Noir