Domaine Duroché - Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru “Lavaut-Saint-Jacques” 2018

The “Lavaut Saint-Jacques” has a flamboyant perfume of strawberries, raspberries, cherry, and hints of hibiscus and violet petals followed by cinnamon, vanilla and pepper.

Domaine Duroché has become an overnight superstar in Gevrey-Chambertin, and is a true winemaking fairy tale. Only five years after taking the helm of his family Domaine, Pierre Duroché gained global recognition with exceptional his exceptional Pinots grown on a myriad of Gevrey-Chambertin’s best plots. These comprise well-located village holdings, powerful Premier Crus and blockbuster Grand Crus. Domaine Duroché’s wines are some of the purest expressions of Pinot Noir in the Burgundy region. Duroché’s “Lavaut St-Jacques” comes from a 1.2-ha, south-facing plot that is situated next to “Clos Saint-Jacques”. The vines were planted in 1923 and 1980.

The bouquet has a flamboyant perfume of strawberries, raspberries, cherry, and hints of hibiscus and violet petals followed by cinnamon, vanilla and pepper. The palate is greatly concentrated, featuring a full spectrum of red to black berries, savoury mushroom and earthy tannin; finished off with rustic iron minerals. It can be paired with roast duck or quail, eye filet, pork belly, venison, root vegetables and hard cheeses. Drink now with a 30-minute decant or age till 2028+. 100% Pinot Noir.

Just 8 barrels made from 1.2ha in 2020. No whole bunch here. 15% typically for most other crus and the Gevrey-Chambertin Etelois. Fine concentrated purple with only a slight darker tint. The deep raspberry fruit surges across the palate in beautiful style, all in harmony and with excellent nuances. Floral peony notes at the back. 93-96 pts, Jasper Morris, Inside Burgundy.