COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Domaine Leflaive
REGION
Burgundy
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Esprit Leflaive Gevrey-Chambertin is a red wine from the esteemed Domaine Leflaive, produced under their négociant brand established in 2018. This wine originates from the Gevrey-Chambertin appellation in Burgundy's Côte de Nuits, crafted from 100% Pinot Noir. The Esprit Leflaive project aims to showcase Burgundy's diverse terroirs, with this bottling representing the estate's 'spirit' in the northern Côte de Nuits. The wine is made in collaboration with experienced grape growers who cultivate old vines, adhering to biodynamic farming principles. This Gevrey-Chambertin is notable for extending Domaine Leflaive's renowned winemaking philosophy to red wines from this significant Burgundian appellation.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€300
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Esprit Leflaive wines are identified by a distinct silver capsule.
Fact 02
The project extends to vineyards furthest north in Burgundy, excluding Chablis.
Fact 03
Grapes are sourced from trusted growers with old vines.
Fact 04
Biodynamic farming practices are employed.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Esprit Leflaive Gevrey-Chambertin involves the careful selection of grapes through manual harvest. Fermentation is carried out with stems included, a technique that can influence the wine's structure and aromatic profile. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 15 months in oak barrels, with a proportion of new oak used to impart complexity. The aging process is completed with 3 months in stainless steel vats to maintain freshness. This approach reflects a commitment to traditional Burgundian methods combined with the estate's biodynamic principles.
