Domaine Humbert Frères : Gevrey-Chambertin Village "Vieilles Vignes" 2023

Characteristics and Tasting Notes for the Gevrey-Chambertin Village "Vieilles Vignes" 2023 from Domaine Humbert Frères

Tasting Notes

Colour
This red wine reveals a deep, intense ruby hue, evolving elegantly towards shades of black cherry.

Nose
The aromatic bouquet opens with generous notes of dark fruits such as blackberry, blackcurrant and black cherry. It is then enriched with floral touches of violet and rose, mingled with spicy accents of pepper, bay leaf and liquorice. Ageing brings subtle smoky and woody nuances, underscored by a minerality reminiscent of cold stone.

Palate
Structured and concentrated, the palate offers a velvety texture supported by remarkably fine tannins. The attack, both lively and smooth, gives way to a fleshy mid-palate balanced by lovely freshness. The finish, long and persistent, stands out with aromas of black fruits, a hint of liquorice and a saline mineral touch.

Food and Wine Pairing

This wine pairs wonderfully with roasted red meats such as beef fillet, or sauced dishes like braised beef cheek. It will also perfectly accompany feathered or furred game, as well as dishes showcasing noble mushrooms such as porcini or morels.

Serving and Ageing

To reveal its full complexity, it is advisable to decant the Gevrey-Chambertin Village "Vieilles Vignes" 2023 while young and to serve it at a temperature of around 17°C. While it can be enjoyed after a few years in the cellar, this wine has excellent ageing potential and can be enjoyed until around 2036.

A Generous and Richly Complex Burgundy Red Wine

The Estate

Rooted in Burgundy, Domaine Humbert Frères draws on a family winemaking history spanning over a century. Its current structure was established in 1993 by Frédéric and Emmanuel Humbert. Today, the estate is run by Emmanuel and his nephew Pierre-Yves Humbert. The domaine oversees a seven-hectare vineyard spread across prestigious terroirs. Renowned for its artisanal approach and sustainable viticulture, it produces wines combining power and refinement, establishing itself as an essential reference in the region.

The Vineyard

The grapes for this cuvée come from exceptional plots located within the Gevrey-Chambertin appellation, notably at the lieux-dits le bas d'Estournelles and Aux Etelois. Facing south and south-east, these vines, aged between 50 and 80 years, with the oldest dating back to 1915, thrive on deep clay-limestone soils rich in Bresse marl. The vineyard is managed according to sustainable viticulture principles certified High Environmental Value (HVE), favouring rigorous manual work and soil ploughing to preserve biodiversity.

The Vintage

Less sun-drenched than certain previous years, this vintage stands out for its remarkable weather balance. The climatic conditions allowed the growing cycle to unfold optimally, giving the berries the chance to develop great richness and ideal concentration, while retaining a heightened natural freshness.

Winemaking and Ageing

The making of the Gevrey-Chambertin Village "Vieilles Vignes" 2023 begins with a cold pre-fermentation maceration lasting a few days to gently extract the aromas. Fermentation then takes place in temperature-controlled tanks. The wine is aged for around fifteen to sixteen months in oak barrels from the Châtillonnais region, with a measured proportion of new wood. To preserve the full integrity and complexity of the wine, it is bottled without any prior fining or filtration.

Grape Variety

This wine is made from 100% Pinot Noir.