Albert Bichot : Latricières-Chambertin Grand cru 2019

Characteristics and tasting advice for Albert Bichot's Latricières-Chambertin Grand Cru 2019

Tasting

Nose
The nose charms with its finesse and aromatic richness, revealing generous fragrances of red fruits (blackcurrant, raspberry) enhanced by delicate floral notes with accents of rose.

Palate
The palate reveals a broad and silky texture, carried by a structured and perfectly balanced tannic framework. The whole seduces with its coherence and freshness, while the finish, long and radiant, brilliantly illustrates the nobility of this exceptional cru.

Food and wine pairings

This grand cru stands out for its ability to enhance finely prepared red meats, characterful game, and mature and powerful cheeses, which will highlight its aromatic richness and depth.

Service and aging

To be enjoyed between 16 and 18°C. This wine has excellent aging potential and can blossom until 2039, or even beyond, if kept under optimal conditions.

The structure and balance of a Burgundy Grand Cru

The property

Founded in 1831 by Bernard Bichot, the Albert Bichot house is a pillar of Burgundy, with family roots dating back to 1214. Today led by Albéric Bichot, it extends over 250 hectares, including prestigious estates such as Long-Depaquit in Chablis and du Pavillon in Pommard. The house stands out for its dual expertise as a merchant and owner, its commitment to organic farming, and its role in the recognition of Burgundy climates by UNESCO.

The vineyard

The Latricières-Chambertin is a satellite of the prestigious Chambertin, located on the border with the Morey-Saint-Denis appellation. This exceptional terroir rests on a clay-limestone soil on marl and Bajocian limestone, covered with a thin layer of silica from the debris of the Grissard combe. This poor soil contributes to the notes of wild fruits and subtle and complex spices that characterize this grand cru.

Vinification and aging

Careful vinification in thermo-regulated conical oak vats for 20 to 28 days. The aging then takes place 100% in oak barrels, 50% of which are new wood, for a period of 14 to 16 months, allowing the wine to develop its complexity and finesse.

Grape variety

100% pinot noir.