COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Domaine Pierre Damoy
REGION
Burgundy
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Domaine Pierre Damoy Chambertin Clos de Bèze Grand Cru 2018 is a Pinot Noir from Burgundy's Côte de Nuits. Domaine Pierre Damoy is a significant owner in the Chambertin Clos de Bèze vineyard, with vines averaging 60-80 years old. The estate's history is rooted in Gevrey-Chambertin, with Pierre Damoy, the fifth generation, leading the estate since 1992 with a focus on quality and natural vineyard practices. The 2018 vintage was characterized by warm and dry conditions, leading to concentrated fruit.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€890
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
14-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Domaine Pierre Damoy owns over 5 hectares of Chambertin Clos de Bèze.
Fact 02
Vines at the estate range from 60 to 80 years old.
Fact 03
The 2018 vintage has been compared to legendary years like 1947.
Fact 04
Wine Spectator awarded this wine scores of 96 and 97 points.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Domaine Pierre Damoy Chambertin Clos de Bèze Grand Cru 2018 involves manual harvesting with double sorting. Fermentation occurs in open-top vats with hand-punching, followed by maceration that can extend up to 15 days. The wine then ages on its lees for approximately 18 months, with Grand Cru wines typically seeing up to 100% new French oak. Domaine Pierre Damoy employs sustainable viticultural practices, including reduced yields and the use of natural compost, while prohibiting herbicides and pesticides.