COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Domaine Drouhin-Laroze
REGION
Burgundy
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Domaine Drouhin-Laroze Chambertin-Clos de Bèze Grand Cru 2021 is a distinguished Pinot Noir from Burgundy's Côte de Nuits. The Chambertin-Clos de Bèze appellation, historically revered, is known for its clayey limestone soils. The 2021 vintage experienced a late harvest, resulting in lower yields and wines noted for their freshness and minerality. The Drouhin-Laroze estate, a family-run operation for generations, focuses on expressing vineyard terroir through careful viticulture and winemaking.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€350
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vines in Chambertin-Clos de Bèze are said to date back to 630 AD.
Fact 02
Historically referred to as the 'King of Wines'.
Fact 03
Domaine Drouhin-Laroze's parcel was reportedly bought during a dog walk.
Fact 04
The 2021 vintage saw a 30-40% reduction in yields.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Domaine Drouhin-Laroze employs a winemaking approach that begins with a cold soak for a few days before fermentation. Between 20% and 30% of the grapes are fermented as whole clusters. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes aging for about twelve months in oak barrels, with 80% of these being new. The oak is selected for its light to medium-plus toast levels. After barrel aging, the wine typically spends an additional 3-6 months in tanks before bottling.
