Domaine Tortochot, Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru, Le Champeaux, Burgundy, Francw, 2022

Producer Profile

Domaine Tortochot is a renowned family estate currently led by fourth-generation winemaker Chantal Tortochot, who took over from her father in the late 1990s.

The domaine manages 12 hectares of vineyards divided into 34 distinct parcels, including prestigious Grand Cru sites such as Chambertin (the vineyard’s northernmost section), Mazis-Chambertin, and Charmes-Chambertin. It also owns highly regarded Premier Cru plots, including vines in Lavaux Saint-Jacques adjacent to the famed Clos Saint-Jacques. Known for producing traditional-style Gevrey wines, Chantal’s wines are celebrated for their chiselled fruit, structured tannins, and bright acidity, reflecting true Burgundian character. The Premier Crus showcase terroir-driven styles: Lavaux Saint-Jacques offers deep garnet color with fine cherry and earthy aromas; Champeaux is more floral and fruity, with notes of cherry and rose, displaying elegant length; Charmes combines spicy, smokey aromas with rich red fruit on the palate. Among the Grand Crus, Mazis-Chambertin stands out with rich fruit, liquorice notes, and strong yet elegant tannins, promising excellent aging potential. The domaine also holds a small parcel in Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru, producing wines with dark berry aromas and earthy underbrush nuances.

Viticulture

Around Gevrey-Chambertin, there are three distinct groups of Premier Crus (first growths). The most renowned stretch lies along the Côte Saint Jacques—a hillside that begins at La Bossière, at the head of a coomb, and extends to Les Champeaux near Brochon. Another cluster of vineyards is located lower down the slope beneath the Grands Crus, while the finest parcels near the alluvial cone at the base of the coomb also hold Premier Cru status. Gevrey benefits from two of the Côte de Nuits’ most exceptional winemaking areas, each defined by unique climats that impart distinctive character to the wines. These vineyards generally face due south, maximizing sun exposure. This particular Premier Cru, situated on the Côte Saint Jacques, faces due east—an ideal orientation for Pinot Noir. Though less famous than the twenty-four other Premier Crus in the region, these vineyards produce wines with an outstanding pedigree and remarkable aging potential, rivaling that of some Grands Crus.

Tasting Note

The wine is full-bodied and this dominates the palate which has black cherry and game like notes, together with touches of flowers - roses and wallflower.

Food Matching

Grilled salmon with a light berry sauce, venison stew with root vegetables, duck breast with orange sauce.