The 2018 Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru “Lavaux Saint-Jacques” from Domaine Dugat-Py is a standout wine that perfectly captures the power and elegance of the best Premier Crus from the Côte de Nuits. This vintage, with its richness and concentration, provides a complex and refined tasting experience, making it an ideal wine for Burgundy enthusiasts. It promises a long aging potential, continuing to evolve beautifully in the bottle while revealing the purity and depth of its exceptional terroir.
2018 Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru "Lavaux-St-Jacques" Vieilles Vignes Domaine Dugat-Py
€288.00
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The 2018 Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru “Lavaux Saint-Jacques” from Domaine Dugat-Py is a standout wine that perfectly captures the power and elegance of the best Premier Crus from the Côte de Nuits. This vintage, with its richness and concentration, provides a complex and refined tasting experience, making it an ideal wine for Burgundy enthusiasts. It promises a long aging potential, continuing to evolve beautifully in the bottle while revealing the purity and depth of its exceptional terroir.
Winery: Domaine Dugat-Py
Grape Varietal: Pinot Noir
Region: Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru, Côte de Nuits, Burgundy, France
Appellation: Gevrey-Chambertin (Premier Cru), Lavaux Saint-Jacques
Color: Red
Bottle Size: 0.75 L
Description
The 2018 Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru “Lavaux Saint-Jacques” from Domaine Dugat-Py is an exceptional red wine from one of the most revered sites in Gevrey-Chambertin, Burgundy. Domaine Dugat-Py, known for producing powerful, biodynamically cultivated wines, crafts a wine here that perfectly reflects the Lavaux Saint-Jacques terroir. This is one of the most sought-after Premier Crus in Gevrey-Chambertin, famous for producing wines with elegance, complexity, and excellent aging potential. The 2018 vintage, with its warm and dry conditions, yielded wines of great richness and perfect balance.
Blend
This Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru is made entirely from Pinot Noir, the noble grape of Burgundy. The unique terroir of “Lavaux Saint-Jacques” allows Pinot Noir to develop an extraordinary depth of aroma and flavor, resulting in a wine that is both powerful and refined.
Tasting Notes
Appearance: A deep, intense ruby red color with garnet highlights, indicating both concentration and elegance.
Nose: Complex and expressive, showcasing ripe black fruits like black cherry, blackberry, and cassis, enhanced by floral and spicy notes. Underlying aromas of underbrush, leather, and truffle add depth, reflecting the influence of well-integrated oak aging.
Palate: On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, with firm but silky tannins. The flavors of dark fruits are beautifully balanced with earthy, mineral, and spicy undertones, showcasing remarkable depth and complexity.
Finish: The finish is long and persistent, with a refreshing acidity that balances the richness of the wine, promising great aging potential.
Aging Potential
The 2018 Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru “Lavaux Saint-Jacques” from Domaine Dugat-Py has an excellent aging potential. It is already enjoyable due to its concentration and finesse, but it will continue to evolve and improve in the cellar over the next 15 to 20 years, revealing even more complexity and nuance over time.
Food Pairing
This Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru pairs beautifully with grilled or roasted red meats, such as filet mignon or lamb, and game dishes. It also complements slow-cooked stews and dishes with rich sauces. For cheese lovers, it goes wonderfully with aged cheeses like Comté or Brie de Meaux, highlighting its depth and richness.
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