Domaine Tortochot, Gevrey-Chambertin, Champerrier Vieilles Vignes, Burgundy, France, 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

The vines are spread over 34 separate parcels (72 ha), with vine avg age. of 60 yrs; includes some of the most enviable sites in Burgundy, featuring plots in the Grands Crus of Chambertin (most northern section of the vineyard), Mazis-Chambertin and Charmes-Chambertin, as well some beautifully positioned 1er Crus including the rows of vines in 1er Cru ‘Lavaux Saint-Jacques’ bordering the famous ‘Clos Saint-Jacques’. Chantal makes traditional style Gevrey, lots of chiselled fruit, structured tannins with bright acidity - there’s style in these wines.

Winemaking

The grapes are fully destemmed, and fermentation temperatures are carefully controlled before the wines are transferred to medium-toast oak barrels for cellaring, where malolactic fermentation occurs. The Domaine prioritises natural methods, avoiding chemical substances, as Chantal believes in maintaining soil's natural balance. Maturation: in a combination of new and used oak barrels (small % new) for up to 18 months.

Tasting Note

This well-structured wine features black cherry, forest floor and spice notes, vibrant acidity and firm tannins, allowing it to age gracefully.

Food Matching

Roast pork with caramelized onions, grilled ribeye steak with peppercorn sauce, rich poultry dishes like coq au vin.