Frédéric Esmonin : Gevrey-Chambertin Village 2023

Characteristics and tasting notes of the Gevrey-Chambertin "Village" 2023 by Frédéric Esmonin

Tasting

Appearance

The wine reveals a deep ruby hue that will evolve towards delicate garnet reflections over time.

Nose

The aromatic bouquet opens with intense notes of dark red fruits, black cherry and liquorice. Subtle earthy hints, graphite and gentle spices gradually enrich this olfactory palette as the wine breathes.

Palate

Medium-bodied, this wine offers a silky texture carried by refined tannins. A lovely acidity reminiscent of cherry skin brings freshness and highlights a remarkably elegant mineral structure.

Food and wine pairings

This red wine will pair beautifully with lacquered duck glazed with orange or honey, roasted feathered game such as guinea fowl or pheasant, as well as braised meats. It will also enhance dishes featuring wild mushrooms and can be enjoyed alongside characterful cheeses such as Époisses, Langres or Saint-Nectaire.

Serving and cellaring

To fully appreciate the Gevrey-Chambertin "Village" 2023, it is recommended to serve it at a temperature between 14 and 16°C. In its youth, decanting for thirty to sixty minutes is advisable to soften the tannins. This wine can be enjoyed now or cellared until around 2038.

The elegance and authenticity of a Gevrey-Chambertin wine from Domaine Frédéric Esmonin

The estate

Founded in 1988, Domaine Frédéric Esmonin is a family-run estate located in the heart of Gevrey-Chambertin, in Burgundy. Now led by Frédéric Esmonin, supported by his father André in the vineyards, the property spans around ten acres. The estate stands out for its environmentally respectful approach, favouring integrated pest management and mechanical soil cultivation. Skilfully combining the activities of an independent winegrower and négociant, the Esmonin family crafts authentic wines that fully express the finesse of the great terroirs of the Côte de Nuits.

The vineyard

The vines dedicated to this cuvée thrive within the illustrious Gevrey-Chambertin appellation, in the northern part of the Côte de Nuits. The terroir rests on a Jurassic limestone bedrock, topped with brown calcareous and marly soils offering excellent drainage. Benefiting from an east and south-east exposure at an altitude ranging between 280 and 330 metres, the vines enjoy ideal sunshine. The vineyard has been cultivated without synthetic herbicides for more than a decade, with regular ploughing and winter organic amendments to preserve the soil's vitality. The harvest is entirely done by hand.

The vintage

The 2023 vintage is defined by a growing cycle offering a beautiful balance between ripeness and freshness. Unlike years marked by excessive heat, this season helped preserve a lovely natural acidity, encouraging the expression of fresh red fruit aromas and a fine minerality without tipping into excessive concentration.

Vinification and ageing

After careful destemming, the berries undergo a cold maceration of four to five days to extract colour and aromas while preserving the freshness of the fruit. The Gevrey-Chambertin "Village" 2023 is then aged in French oak barrels (sourced from the forests of the Allier and Nevers) for fourteen to seventeen months, with a proportion of 20 to 50% new oak. The wine is finally bottled without any filtration in order to retain all its complexity and texture.

Grape variety

100% Pinot Noir.