Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru — The Voluptuous Elegance of Gevrey

At the heart of Gevrey-Chambertin, Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru stands as one of the jewels of the Côte de Nuits. Covering 12.24 hectares and producing around 150,000 bottles annually, this major Grand Cru combines immediate charm with remarkable aging potential. Made exclusively from Pinot Noir, it seduces with its silky texture, aromatic depth, and timeless finesse.

A Terroir of Balance and Finesse

The vineyard rests on limestone-clay soils with gravel, facing east to southeast, which ensures even ripening and a natural freshness. This unique terroir gives the wine its harmonious structure and velvety texture — the signature of Charmes: tender yet precise, seductive yet profound.

Style & Personality

The aromatic profile opens with red and black fruits — cassis, cherry, licorice — enriched with delicate floral notes of violet and peony. On the palate, it reveals richness, supple texture, fine tannins, and a long, harmonious finish. Accessible in its youth, it typically reaches full maturity between 15 and 25 years, developing aromas of truffle, cocoa, sweet spices, and forest floor.

Key Facts

Food Pairings

Perfectly suited for refined and flavorful cuisine:

• Meat dishes with sauce
• Roasted or braised game
• Oven-roasted beef or lamb
• Aged cheeses (Cîteaux, Comté)

Notable Producers

• Domaine Armand Rousseau
• Domaine Dugat-Py
• Domaine Denis Bachelet
• Domaine Perrot-Minot
• Domaine Joseph Drouhin
• Domaine Taupenot-Merme