One of the village’s most expressive wines, the Gevrey-Chambertin La Justice 2023 from Domaine de la Vougeraie invites an intimate reading of Pinot Noir, like a score played in subtle shades. Sourced from parcels at the base of the village, where alluvial soils encourage ripeness and depth, it combines vibrant fruit with a structure delicately shaped by barrel ageing. The 2023 vintage, marked by lively energy, enhances the grape’s aromatic clarity, between fresh Morello cherry, juicy plum and balsamic inflections. Hand-picked and sorted berry by berry, this wine showcases patient craftsmanship respectful of the raw material. Its caressing texture, frankness and persistent finish mark it as a great Burgundy, conceived for the table, good company and calm cellaring.

Blend and vinification

This Gevrey-Chambertin is made exclusively from Pinot Noir planted on the La Justice climat, a lower-slope terroir known for its stony, alluvial soils. The grapes, hand-harvested, undergo meticulous sorting before a gentle crushing to preserve the integrity of the berries. Fermentation takes place under temperature-controlled conditions to promote a fine extraction that favours red fruit aromas and a satiny tannic frame. The oak barrel ageing, used sparingly, supports the wine without overpowering it, adding a filigree of gentle spice and a woody breath that frames the freshness. The result is balanced, true to the fruit, respectful of the site and delivers a readable, concentrated wine that never feels heavy.

Tasting notes

• Colour : Clear, luminous red with an attractive sheen, announcing a pure and precise material. The transparency of Pinot Noir is apparent, promising a delicate mouthfeel and unforced expression.
• Nose : Pure expression of Morello cherry and plum, underscored by a balsamic thread and ageing nuances that evoke toasted hazelnut and a discreet hint of vanilla. With aeration, notes of undergrowth, crumpled leaf and a spicy touch emerge, lending verticality to the bouquet.
• Palate : Direct, silky attack, velvety texture, measured acidity that supports the length. The mid-palate unfolds crunchy fruit framed by fine, polished tannins. The finish stretches long on cherry and plum, with an elegant salinity that signals the terroir and invites a second glass.

Serving temperature and advice

Serve this Gevrey-Chambertin La Justice 2023 between 15 and 16°C in large glasses to showcase the purity of fruit and the finesse of the texture. A short period of aeration can reveal further balsamic nuances and the spicy thread from the ageing. Store bottles in a temperature-controlled cellar, protected from light and temperature variations. Thanks to its concentration and balance, this wine has cellaring potential over several years, allowing aromas to gain complexity and reveal an increasingly nuanced palette.

Food pairings

• Hearty regional dishes : roast poultry with reduced jus and caramelised root vegetables, where tender meat converses with the wine’s pure cherry notes.
• Red meats : seared beef cut with a short jus and parsnip mousseline, to highlight the velvety texture and savoury persistence.
• Game (light) : venison or hare loin with berries, a classic match for the wine’s spicy thread and depth.
• Generous vegetarian : porcini risotto with Parmesan shavings, which echoes the balsamic side and the fine tannic profile.
• Cheeses : aged Comté, tomme from the Jura, truffled Brillat-Savarin, for a soft yet articulated finish.

Occasions

Domaine de la Vougeraie delivers here a wine for sharing and conversation, which elevates the moment with its tact and controlled intensity. It suits gastronomic gatherings and intimate celebrations with grace.

• To celebrate a refined dinner where each course seeks a precise aromatic echo.
• At a tasting among Burgundy enthusiasts, to explore the precision of an emblematic village climat.
• As a choice gift, a delicate testimony to a measured, hedonistic lifestyle.

Details

• Name : Gevrey-Chambertin La Justice 2023, Domaine de la Vougeraie
• Appellation : Gevrey-Chambertin AOC
• Type : Red wine
• Vintage : 2023
• Grape : Pinot Noir (100%)
• Alcohol : 13–13.5% vol.
• Maturation : oak barrel ageing
• Volume : 75 cl
• Cellaring : several years depending on cellar conditions
• Serving temperature : 15–16°C