Denis Mortet Gevrey Chambertin 1er Cru 2020

Crafted from three remarkable lieux-dits—Cherbaudes, Petite Chapelle, and Bel Air—this Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru embodies both power and finesse. With vines over 50 years old, including parcels directly bordering Grand Cru sites like Mazis-Chambertin and Clos de Bèze, the wine is a study in terroir-driven complexity. Whole-cluster fermentation (40% hand-cut), indigenous yeasts, and aging for 18 months in barrel (60% new oak) create layers of depth while preserving purity. The nose brims with dark cherry, black raspberry, and violets, underscored by hints of earth, spice, and finely integrated oak. The palate is structured yet refined, with silky tannins and an impressive mineral core that speaks to the high-altitude influence of Bel Air. Bottled unfined and unfiltered, this is a Burgundy of precision and elegance, built to age gracefully but equally compelling in its youth.