Castagnier
Domaine Jerome Castagnier Charmes Chambertin Grand Cru 2018
AppellationCharmes‑Chambertin Grand Cru
CountryFrance
Colourred
Alcohol13%
Bottle750 ml
Drink window2023‑2041
A refined expression of Gevrey‑Chambertin’s most revered slope, this wine reveals elegant aromas of spiced cherry and cassis enfolding a sinewy core of red fruit and subtle woodland nuance, delivering presence with poise rather than opulence.
Tasting
- Aroma
- spiced cherry and cassis
- Palate
- sinewy red fruit with subtle woodland nuance
- Finish
- poised lingering presence
Pairs with
- roasted duck breast
- pheasant with morel sauce
- aged Comté cheese
Vineyard & Cellar
- Vinification
- 60 to 100% de-stemmed depending on vintage, 4 to 6 days' pre-fermentary maceration at 13°C, indigenous yeast alcoholic fermentation for 15 to 20 days in stainless steel tank. 16 to 17 months' aging in barrel (40% new oak)
- Aging
- 16 to 17 months' aging in barrel (40% new oak)
From the Archive
Terroir: Vines located next to the Route des Grands Crus (Up the slope from the nationale), soil has more limestone and less clay