Domaine Henri Rebourseau : Gevrey-Chambertin 1er cru "Fonteny" 2020

A lively and powerful Gevrey-Chambertin Premier Cru

The estate

Founded in 1782 and producing wine across nine Burgundy appellations, Domaine Henri Rebourseau is one of the largest estates in owning Grand Cru vineyards in the Côte de Nuits. The estate accommodates land assets of exceptional vines planted on lands that have been worked for more than 1,400 years. Today, the Surrel family cares for this amazing heritage, using biological and biodynamic agricultural practices. It is the territory, rather than the House, that garners the esteem for the wine’s identity.

The vineyard

Domaine Henri Rebourseau stretches across the iconic Burgundy terroir of Côte de Nuits.

The wine

"Fonteny" 2020 is a Gevrey-Chambertin Premier cru wine that stems from its eponymous vineyard anchored on limestone soils. The 0.8 hectare plot, at the bottom of a hill, shelters its 43-year-old vines from the north winds. This unique position is highly beneficial to the soil and gives the wine a surprising vigour. The oenologist Jacky Rigaud described Fonteny as being one of "those vineyards touched by grace, without any explanation why."

The vintage

The 2020 vintage was marked by an unprecedentedly rainy start to the season in Burgundy, caused by sunny conditions and higher than normal seasonal temperatures. The winter rains replenished ground water which could then compensate the lack of rainfall during the growing season. Unfortunately, a short rainy period disrupted flowering leaving a notably low yield. Despite that, the grapes matured under excellent conditions and ripened up to the harvest, gradually developing remarkable tannins.

Winemaking and ageing

The macerations produced colourful and balanced wine with great ageing potential. Minimal intervention was chosen during a very quick vinification for this vintage.      

Blend

Pinot noir (100%).

Characteristics and tasting tips for Gevrey-Chambertin Premier cru "Fonteny" 2020 from Domaine Henri Rebourseau

Tasting

Nose
The nose gives a complex and powerful expression.

Palate
Full-bodied and lively, the palate entices with its blueberry and fresh blackcurrant scents, its balanced tannins and its fine bitter touch.

Storage

This red wine can be laid down until about 2028 to release all of its aromatic nuances.

Food and wine pairing

This Burgundy wine goes perfectly with braised duck with turnips.