Arnaud Mortet : Charmes-Chambertin Grand cru 2019

Characteristics and Tasting Advice for the Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru 2019 from Domaine Arnaud Mortet

Tasting

Color

Of great intensity, the deep ruby-red hue is highlighted by purple highlights.

Nose

The nose reveals concentrated aromas of crisp black fruits, notably black cherry and blackcurrant. Floral notes of violet mingle with delicate woody and spicy touches. As the wine opens up, nuances of licorice and anise enrich the aromatic palette.

Palate

On the palate, this wine charms with its remarkable balance. The dense, structured tannins display a silky texture. The intense minerality brings lift and freshness to the whole. The finish lingers generously, expressing fruity persistence and mineral complexity.

Food and Wine Pairings

This Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru 2019 pairs perfectly with roasted poultry, red meats, and game. It also matches elegantly with aged hard cheeses.

Serving and Cellaring

The Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru 2019 can be enjoyed now and will continue to evolve until around 2044, or even beyond under optimal storage conditions. A Grand Cru from Gevrey-Chambertin combining finesse and mineral expression

A Full-Bodied and Refined Red Wine from Burgundy

The estate

Founded in 1956 by Charles Mortet in Gevrey-Chambertin, the Domaine Arnaud Mortet now covers sixteen hectares stretching from the Plateau de Dijon to Vougeot in Burgundy. Managed since 2006 by Arnaud Mortet, alongside his sister Clémence and their mother Laurence, it carries on three generations of winemaking know-how. The estate stands out for its balanced approach, prioritizing soil health and the authentic expression of its terroirs. Its prestigious portfolio includes outstanding Grand Crus and several Premier Crus from Gevrey-Chambertin. The estate produces wines of remarkable elegance, emphasizing finesse and precision.

The vineyard

The Charmes-Chambertin lies on the southern extension of Chambertin, immediately below Griotte-Chambertin. The terroir is characterized by limestone outcrops covered with shallow soils, enriched with numerous limestone stones and marl. This geological composition gives the wines a distinctive minerality. The estate’s old vines take root in this prized clay-limestone subsoil.

The vintage

The year 2019 in Burgundy stands out for a sunny, dry season. Favorable weather conditions made it possible to obtain grapes at optimal ripeness, giving rise to wines that are full-bodied and silky, concentrated while retaining lovely freshness and remarkable finesse.

Winemaking and aging

The Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru 2019 grapes were hand-harvested. The wine benefited from careful aging in oak barrels. This measured approach preserves the expression of the fruit and the terroir.

Grape variety

Pinot Noir (100%).