Domaine Henri Boillot : Chambertin Grand cru 2021

Tasting Notes and Serving Suggestions for the Chambertin Grand Cru 2021 from Domaine Henri Boillot

Tasting

Appearance

The color displays a deep, bright red hue, revealing the intensity and purity characteristic of a great Pinot Noir.

Nose

The bouquet unveils a delicate floral expression, accompanied by notes of red berries and raspberries. Spicy touches complete this refined aromatic profile.

Palate

On the palate, this wine captivates with its delicacy and remarkable balance. The structure is harmonious, with a finesse that reflects the elegance sought in the winemaking.

Food and Wine Pairing

This Chambertin Grand Cru 2021 pairs beautifully with fine red meats, feathered game, as well as aged soft-ripened cheeses. It also elevates gourmet dishes featuring poultry in sauce.

Serving and Cellaring

The Chambertin Grand Cru 2021 is ideally enjoyed at a temperature of 16°C. This wine can be appreciated from around 2032, allowing its complexity to fully express itself after several years of cellar aging.

An Elegant and Delicate Chambertin Grand Cru from Burgundy

The Estate

Domaine Henri Boillot traces its origins back to 1885 with the Boillot family in Burgundy. Henri Boillot joined the family estate in 1975 before creating Maison Henri Boillot in 1996. In 2005, he bought out the family shares and renamed the estate after himself. Based in Meursault, the domaine covers 15 to 19 hectares split between white and red grape varieties. Since 2008, his son Guillaume has joined him and oversees the vinification of the red wines. A pioneer of ultra-sustainable viticulture as early as the 1990s, the estate has established itself as a benchmark for its white wines and is building a growing reputation for its exceptional reds.

The Vineyard

Chambertin is one of the most prestigious terroirs in the Côte de Nuits, located on the slopes above Gevrey-Chambertin. This grand cru spans a total area of 12.9 hectares. The vines grow on limestone soils enriched with clay, benefiting from a particularly favorable southeast exposure. Planting density reaches 10,000 vines per hectare, encouraging optimal expression of the terroir. Chambertin’s parcels enjoy specific microclimatic conditions that contribute to the complexity of the wines produced from this outstanding appellation.

The Vintage

The year 2021 in Burgundy began with a harsh winter, marked by spring frost episodes of rare intensity. Flowering took place at the end of May under milder conditions. June and July saw significant rainfall, followed by a period of weather instability from mid-July to mid-August. Late-summer conditions nonetheless made it possible to achieve satisfactory grape ripeness, giving rise to balanced wines despite the climatic challenges encountered during the growing season.

Vinification and Aging

The Chambertin Grand Cru 2021 was crafted using whole-cluster vinification, incorporating the stems into the fermentation process. This technique brings complexity and finesse to the wine. Aging took place in oak barrels, with 50% new barrels and the remainder in once-used barrels. This measured approach enriches the wine’s structure while preserving the authentic expression of the terroir and the delicacy of the fruit.

Grape Variety

100% Pinot Noir