Gevrey-Chambertin AOC Vieilles Vignes Champerrier 2021 Jean Tardy & Fils

What kind of wine is it?

Gevrey-Chambertin Vieilles Vignes Champerrier by Jean Tardy is a Burgundy red wine made from Pinot Noir grapes, a variety chosen to express the qualities of this appellation. The style is elegant and structured, with a velvety texture and good persistence. The winemaking process, featuring prolonged fermentation and aging in barrel, enhances its definition and complexity.

Where does it come from?

It originates in Burgundy, within the Gevrey-Chambertin appellation, renowned for highlighting the identity of the local terroir. The wine offers a balanced combination of intensity and finesse. The term Vieilles Vignes refers to grapes from mature vines, ensuring concentration and expressiveness and maintaining a profile true to the character of the production area.

How is it produced?

Manual harvesting ensures careful selection of fully ripe bunches. The process begins with a cold pre-fermentation maceration, followed by 18-20 days of alcoholic fermentation to extract color and structure. Finally, the wine matures in oak barrels for 16-20 months, bringing its aromatic balance to completion.

Tasting notes

In the glass, it displays a deep ruby red, in line with the grape’s concentration. The nose reveals a complex profile, where notes of cherry and black berry fruit intertwine with elegant spicy hints. On the palate, it is generous and well-structured, with a velvety, enveloping texture that leads to a notably persistent finish.

Food pairings

The intensity of this red makes it perfect to accompany dishes with strong flavors. It pairs well with red meats and game preparations, balancing richness and juiciness. The fruit component and elegant spiciness interact with the ingredients, enhancing every bite in a match based on structure and persistence.

When to serve it

It is the right choice when you want a Burgundy red to enrich a substantial meal. Its solid body makes it suitable for structured dinners, where the interplay of acidity, soft tannins, and spicy aromas achieves harmony. Ideal storage in a well-conditioned cellar preserves its aromatic integrity for a long time.