Viniou Reviews
The 2014 Gevrey-Chambertin from Camus Père & Fils is a classic expression of Burgundy’s distinguished Côte de Nuits. Crafted exclusively from Pinot Noir, this red Burgundy demonstrates the depth and finesse that the grape acquires in its ancestral home. The 2014 vintage in Burgundy was marked by a relatively cool and wet summer, followed by a warm and sunny September, which allowed grapes to ripen slowly and develop vibrant acidity alongside nuanced flavours. This wine is characterised by an alluring bouquet of ripe red cherries and wild strawberries, interlaced with hints of earth, truffle, and subtle spice. On the palate, it offers a medium body with fine, silky tannins, supported by fresh acidity and a delicate minerality, a hallmark of the region’s limestone-rich soils. The winemaking at Camus Père & Fils is respectful of tradition, allowing the terroir of Gevrey-Chambertin to shine through with judicious use of oak and careful tannin management.
Gevrey-Chambertin is one of the most respected appellations in the Côte de Nuits, itself renowned for producing some of the world’s finest Pinot Noir. The region benefits from a cool continental climate, with considerable diurnal temperature variation that promotes gradual ripening and aromatic complexity. The soils here are predominantly marl and limestone, contributing to the wines’ distinctive minerality and structure. The village has a rich winemaking heritage dating back to the Middle Ages and is often regarded as the “King of Burgundy” due to the power and longevity of its red wines.
Pair this Gevrey-Chambertin with classic Burgundian dishes such as coq au vin or duck breast with a cherry reduction. Its earthy undertones will also complement grilled lamb chops, wild mushroom risotto, or roasted root vegetables. For an authentic regional pairing, consider serving it with boeuf bourguignon or Époisses cheese.
For optimal enjoyment, serve this wine slightly cool, ideally between 15-17°C. Open the bottle an hour in advance to allow its complex aromatics to evolve. This wine is drinking beautifully now, but it can also be cellared for several more years to reveal additional layers of depth and finesse.
