Wines Gevrey-Chambertin Domaine Heresztyn-Mazzini - Les Goulots - 2019

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Domaine Heresztyn-Mazzini’s 2019 Gevrey-Chambertin Premier Cru “Les Goulots” is a superb representation of Pinot Noir from one of Burgundy’s most esteemed appellations. Crafted exclusively from Pinot Noir grapes, the wine hails from the Les Goulots climat, a celebrated Premier Cru site on the northern slopes of Gevrey-Chambertin. The 2019 vintage benefited from optimal ripening conditions, resulting in a wine of impressive concentration and finesse. Vinification at Domaine Heresztyn-Mazzini is gentle and precise, employing hand-harvesting, natural fermentation with indigenous yeasts, and ageing in a careful selection of French oak barrels, contributing subtle structure without overpowering the nuanced fruit and terroir expression.

The Côte de Nuits, renowned for producing some of the world’s finest red wines, is defined by its cool continental climate and limestone-rich soils, which together encourage slow, even maturation of Pinot Noir grapes. The soils of Gevrey-Chambertin, particularly in Premier Cru plots such as Les Goulots, tend towards rocky and mineral substrates, lending the wines their signature intensity, aromatic complexity, and finely etched tannins. This region’s history is steeped in tradition, with a viticultural heritage dating back centuries and a reverence for single-vineyard expressions.

A wine of this calibre pairs beautifully with classic Burgundian cuisine such as coq au vin or boeuf bourguignon, as its structure and vibrant acidity will uplift rich, savoury sauces. Alternatively, it complements roasted game birds like duck or quail, mushroom-based dishes, and aged hard cheeses such as Comté. For a lighter pairing, consider grilled salmon or earthy vegetable tarts to highlight the wine’s red fruit and subtle earthiness.

To appreciate the full complexity of this Gevrey-Chambertin, serve slightly cool, ideally at 15-17°C. Decanting for thirty minutes before serving will allow the aromatics to open and the tannins to soften, revealing the intricate balance of fruit, minerality, and spice that is the hallmark of great Burgundy.