Laurent Ponsot Chambertin Grand Cru Cuvee du Chene 2021 750ml

The dark ruby colour of this wine can go as far as black cherry. Liquorice is the characteristic aroma of Chambertin, but blackcurrant, fruit kernel, moss, undergrowth and spices may also feature in the bouquet. On the palate, power, opulence and elegance combine to create full-bodied, complex, vigorous wines, with voluptuous substance.
The power of Chambertin tannins creates a clash of textures between the wine’s aromatic complexity and its opulence. Coq au Chambertin is of course recommended and if you only have one bottle of Chambertin, put it in the casserole and drink another wine with the dish!
This wine should be laid down for at least 10 years and will keep for an exceptionally long time.
Chambertin made history in 640 when the nuns of Bèze Abbey to the north of Dijon expanded their property. The nuns’ superintendent was known as Monsieur Bertin and he paid daily visits to their vineyard or “champ de vigne”, giving rise to “champ Bertin” or Bertin’s vineyard…

• Country: France
• Region: Burgundy
• Appellation: Cote De Nuits
• Sub Appellation: Chambertin
• Size: 750ml
• Color: Red

Varietal

Pinot Noir

Regularly described as being the grape varietal responsible for producing the world’s most romantic wines, Pinot Noir has long been associated with elegance and a broad range of flavors The name means ‘black pine’ in French, and this is due to the fact that the fruit of this particular varietal is especially dark in color, and hangs in a conical shape, like that of a pine cone. Despite being grown today in almost every wine producing country, Pinot Noir is a notoriously difficult grape variety to cultivate. This is because it is especially susceptible to various forms of mold and mildew, and thrives best in steady, cooler climates. However, the quality of the fruit has ensured that wineries and vintners have persevered with the varietal, and new technologies and methods have overcome many of the problems it presents. Alongside this, the wide popularity and enthusiasm for this grape has ensured it will remain a firm favorite amongst wine drinkers for many years to come.