Domaine Henri Rebourseau - Charmes-Chambertin - Grand Cru - Red - 2021

Wine:

The 2021 Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru Red exemplifies the distinguished character of its appellation. With a deep, vibrant hue, it presents a bouquet rich in ripe red and black fruit aromas, complemented by subtle floral notes. The palate is both powerful and generous, featuring velvety tannins and a dense, saline finish. This wine's solid structure and refined elegance suggest remarkable aging potential. Notably, Domaine René Bouvier's 2021 Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru has been lauded for its depth and vivacity, with a sapid and nervy texture that unfolds into a long, pure finish.

Vinification:

Harvested by hand. Area of 1.32 ha, planted in 1982, 1994, 2018. 100% de-stemmed, vinification in open stainless steel vats. Matured for 18 months in French oak barrels.

Color:

A deep, brilliant red with good intensity.

Nose:

Aromas of red and black fruits punctuated by spicy notes.

Palate:

Powerful and generous, with flavors of perfectly ripened fruit, this cuvée delivers a refined wine with velvety, well-defined tannins, a dense, saline finish, and exceptional aging potential.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C in a large glass.

Food and wine pairing:

Roast rib of beef, veal medaillon with foie gras, duck stuffed with morel mushrooms.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2040 and beyond for enthusiasts.

Domaine Henri Rebourseau is a cornerstone of Gevrey-Chambertin, known for its remarkable vineyard holdings, including nearly all the Grands Crus in the appellation. Long celebrated for wines that honor Burgundian tradition with precise and balanced flavors, it holds a special place among enthusiasts.

Since its acquisition by the Bouygues family five years ago, the estate has undergone a significant transformation. With a shift to biodynamic viticulture, a state-of-the-art gravity-fed winery, and refined aging techniques, the winemaking has reached new levels of precision and depth. These changes have firmly established Domaine Henri Rebourseau as one of Burgundy’s elite estates, on par with the region’s most iconic names.