Domaine Trapet : Chapelle-Chambertin Grand cru 2023

Characteristics and tasting tips for the Chapelle-Chambertin Grand Cru 2023 from Domaine Trapet

Tasting

Colour
The wine reveals a deep, luminous ruby-red colour.

Nose
The aromatic bouquet finely blends notes of red and black fruit such as cherry, raspberry, blackberry and blackcurrant. It is enriched by delicate floral hints of violet, sweet spices and a minerality reminiscent of cold stone.

Palate
The attack is silky, giving way to a texture that is both ample and taut. The exceptionally fine, velvety tannic structure supports an elegant palate that extends into a remarkably long and harmonious finish.

Food and wine pairing

This great red wine from France pairs beautifully with noble meats such as roast squab, rack of lamb, duck breast or game. It will also be a perfect match for mushroom dishes or matured washed-rind cheeses such as Époisses.

Serving and cellaring

Built for long ageing, this Chapelle-Chambertin Grand Cru 2023 can be cellared and enjoyed until around 2038, allowing it to reveal its full complexity.

The elegance and purity of a Gevrey-Chambertin grand cru by Domaine Trapet

The estate

Established in its current form in 1990 following a family division, Domaine Trapet draws on a winemaking history that began in 1871. Located in Gevrey-Chambertin, in Burgundy, this iconic estate is now run by Jean-Louis Trapet and his wife Andrée, supported by their sons. A pioneer of biodynamics in the region, the domaine tends around 18.5 hectares of vines in Burgundy, complemented by a second estate in Alsace. It is renowned for its innovative agronomic practices and its commitment to producing wines that offer the purest expression of their terroirs.

The vineyard

The Chapelle-Chambertin cuvée comes from a single plot of around 0.60 hectares, historically known as "Grande Chapelle" or "Haute Chapelle". Planted in 1945, these very old vines thrive south of the village on a gently sloping, east-facing hillside. The terroir is characterised by warm, shallow and perfectly drained soil made up of fine clay, marl and small stones lying over limestone beds. The vineyard is farmed according to the demanding principles of biodynamics, with innovative practices that promote the vitality of the vines.

Vinification and ageing

To produce this Chapelle-Chambertin Grand Cru 2023, the grapes are harvested by hand and undergo rigorous double sorting, first in the vineyard and then in the cellar. Part of the harvest is kept as whole bunches. After a five- to seven-day cold maceration allowing for gentle extraction, fermentation begins naturally in open vats thanks to indigenous yeasts. The wine is then aged in oak barrels for 15 to 18 months, with a moderate proportion of new wood. Bottling generally takes place without fining and with minimal filtration.

Grape variety

100% Pinot Noir