Domaine Arlaud Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru 2015

Domaine Arlaud, a family-run estate based in Morey-Saint-Denis, has built a reputation for precision and purity, combining organic and biodynamic viticulture with a sensitive, hands-off approach in the cellar. Their holdings in Charmes-Chambertin-one of Gevrey-Chambertin’s most expressive Grand Cru vineyards - are a showcase for the elegance and depth of old-vine Pinot Noir grown on classic limestone and clay soils.

The 2015 vintage was warm and generous, producing wines with concentration, supple tannins, and immediate appeal, yet with the structure for aging. In this wine, grapes are hand-harvested, fermented with indigenous yeasts (with a portion of whole clusters), and aged in French oak barrels, a modest proportion of which are new, allowing the vineyard’s personality to shine through.

In the glass, the Charmes-Chambertin 2015 reveals a luminous ruby hue. The nose is intricate and inviting, offering aromas of ripe raspberry, wild strawberry, rose petals, and sweet spices, with undertones of forest floor and a touch of smoky mineral. On the palate, it is refined and layered-silky in texture, yet supported by firm tannins and vibrant acidity. Notes of red cherry, orange peel, clove, and crushed stone unfold through a long, resonant finish.

A poised and graceful Grand Cru, this wine is ideal for pairing with duck breast, roast guinea fowl, or earthy dishes like mushroom risotto. While accessible now, it will continue to evolve beautifully over the next 10 to 15 years.

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