In the subtle mosaic of the Côte de Nuits climates, the Denis Mortet, Gevrey-Chambertin Mes Cinq Terroirs 2023, Gevrey-Chambertin AOC, reads like a true terroir story. Sourced from five parcels chosen for their complementary personalities, it conveys the vitality of a lively vintage, the imprint of old vines and the precision of a craftsman’s touch. Farmed in organic practice and crafted with meticulous winemaking, this wine transcends the idea of a communal blend to deliver a nuanced, luminous score where fruit purity and mouthfeel converse with an almost tactile finesse. Burgundy lovers will find a contemporary definition of Gevrey here: intensely aromatic without weight, with a savory drive that invites gastronomy. Praised by specialists for its straightness and depth, it is enjoyable now with immediate charm while promising a harmonious evolution over the years.

Blend and vinification

This cuvée is made exclusively from Pinot Noir coming from five lieux-dits north of Gevrey, selected for their complementarity: En Motrot, Au Vellé, Combe du Dessus, En Champs and En Derée. The vines, many of them old, accurately express the depth of the limestone soils and the tension of cool exposures. Harvesting was done by hand, with meticulous sorting. In cellar, a share of whole clusters was retained, about one third, to bring lift, floral complexity and length on the palate. Fermentations took place with indigenous yeasts to preserve the site’s signature. Ageing, carried out over 18 months in barrels with a measured proportion of new oak, 25%, supported the texture without dominating it. Bottling was carried out without fining or filtration to preserve the fruit’s brightness, natural density and the vintage’s vibrancy.

Tasting notes

• Appearance : Bright garnet with an attractive clarity, slightly paler at the rim reflecting the elegance of Pinot Noir. Overall it suggests the transparency of a watercolor, promising precision rather than mass.
• Nose : Expressive bouquet of raspberry and strawberry with a thread of fine spices, gentle pepper, a hint of nutmeg, evoking a basket of red fruits lightly infused. Floral accents and a discreet undergrowth note add complexity and depth without weighing the whole down.
• Palate : Clean, upright attack driven by a lively acidity that energises the fruit. The mid-palate reveals a silky weave edged by fine tannins, with energy perfectly channelled by precise ageing. The finish, long, spicy and perfumed, leaves a saline, juicy imprint that invites the next glass.

Serving temperature and tips

Serve between 15 and 16°C in tulip-shaped glasses to focus the delicate Pinot Noir aromas and showcase the wine’s texture. A moderate aeration of about 30 minutes allows the bouquet to open on its spicy and floral nuances. Store bottles on their side, away from light and temperature fluctuations. This cuvée can be enjoyed now for its fruit freshness, while offering interesting cellaring potential depending on your patience and cellar conditions.

Food pairings

• Savoury starters: jambon persillé, herb pâté en croûte, Comté gougères, the wine’s liveliness stimulates appetite without overpowering.
• Starters: œufs en meurette, veal tartare with capers, beef carpaccio, all pair with the Pinot Noir’s tension and aromatic finesse.
• Main courses: roast poultry with a reduced jus, veal cutlet with morels, spiced duck, pan-seared beef fillet. Tender meat and lightly reduced sauces highlight the wine’s silky frame.
• Cheeses: gently matured Époisses, Langres, Cîteaux, aged Comté. Prefer balanced affinages to preserve the fruit-and-spice harmony.
• Fruity desserts: thin red fruit tart with low sugar, raspberry sablé, the fruit’s acidity extends the wine’s freshness. Avoid very chocolatey or overly sweet desserts.

Tasting occasions

The Gevrey-Chambertin Mes Cinq Terroirs 2023 is the natural companion for moments when you want to elevate a meal with tact and measured intensity.

• For a connoisseurs’ dinner that values aromatic precision and textural accuracy.
• As a choice gift for a Burgundy enthusiast who appreciates winemaker signatures.
• To put in the cellar for ageing, to follow the elegant evolution of an expressive vintage.

Details

• Name : Denis Mortet, Gevrey-Chambertin Mes Cinq Terroirs 2023
• Appellation : Gevrey-Chambertin AOC
• Type : Red wine
• Vintage : 2023
• Grape : Pinot Noir, mostly old vines
• Alcohol by volume : information specified on the label at bottling
• Ageing : 18 months in barrels, around 25% new oak
• Volume : 75 cl
• Cellaring : enjoy young for its freshness, with potential to develop over several years in suitable cellar conditions
• Serving temperature : 15 to 16°C