Armand Heitz : Gevrey-Chambertin Village 2021

Characteristics and tasting advice for Gevrey-Chambertin Village "Corvées" 2021 Armand Heitz

Tasting

Color
Deep ruby red color, characteristic of wines from this prestigious appellation of the Côte de Nuits.

Nose
The bouquet reveals intense aromas of black fruits, typical of pinot noir, accompanied by notes of undergrowth and delicate spices that reflect the characteristic power of the soils of Gevrey-Chambertin.

Palate
On the palate, this wine expresses all the power of the terroir with a well-present but elegant tannic structure. We find the classic expression of the Côte de Nuits, with a beautiful substance and a persistent finish that testifies to its aging potential.

Food and wine pairings

This Gevrey-Chambertin pairs perfectly with characterful dishes such as game, beef bourguignon or mature cheeses. Its structure and power allow it to accompany dishes with pronounced flavors.

Service and aging

For optimal tasting, it is recommended to aerate in a decanter for one hour before serving between 16 and 18°C. This wine can be kept until around 2028.

A powerful and elegant Gevrey-Chambertin wine

The property

The Armand Heitz Estate was founded in the 19th century by the Nié-Vantey family, who acquired several plots in Burgundy. The vineyard remains in the same lineage until its transfer to Armand Heitz in 2011. At the head of the property since 2011, he initiated a new era of winemaking in 2013. The estate stands out for its commitment to sustainable viticulture and agro-ecology, respecting biodiversity and ecosystems. It produces wines from prestigious plots, while integrating eco-responsible agricultural activities.

The vineyard

Located 10 km from Dijon, Gevrey-Chambertin marks the beginning of the "Champs-Élysées of Burgundy" and constitutes the flagship appellation of the Côte de Nuits. The first village in the Côte d'Or to have added the name of its grand cru in 1847, it stands out for its reddish, shallow and stony soils, composed of marls covered with scree and red silts. These characteristics give these Burgundy wines their distinctive power.

The vintage

The year 2021 in Gevrey-Chambertin was marked by a particularly severe spring frost episode, followed by a relatively cool and wet summer. These conditions required increased vigilance in the vineyards and a rigorous selection of grapes at harvest, resulting in reduced yields but wines of beautiful freshness and good concentration.

Vinification and aging

Vinification is carried out with 100% whole clusters, thus preserving the integrity of the fruit and the aromatic complexity. The aging continued for 14 months in oak barrels, with a proportion of 20 to 40% new barrels.

Blend

Pinot noir (100%).