Domaine Tortochot Gevrey-Chambertin ‘Vieilles Vignes’ 2023 is a wonderfully pure and expressive Pinot Noir crafted from some of the domaine’s oldest parcels, many exceeding 60 years of age. The 2023 vintage in Burgundy delivered wines with vibrant fruit, refined structure and beautiful natural balance — a return to classical elegance after several warmer years. Organically farmed and vinified with a light hand, this cuvée showcases the hallmark depth and clarity of Gevrey-Chambertin’s clay-limestone soils.

Aromatically bright and inviting, it opens with notes of wild cherry, raspberry, rose petal and gentle forest floor. The palate is supple yet focused, carrying juicy red and black fruit wrapped around fine, chalky tannins. There’s an underlying mineral line that gives the wine lift and persistence, leading to a long, graceful finish. A poised and characterful expression of both vintage and village, Tortochot’s 2023 ‘Vieilles Vignes’ is an outstanding choice for Burgundy lovers seeking finesse, authenticity and early approachability without sacrificing depth.

Domaine Tortochot is one of the quietly great names of Gevrey-Chambertin, a family estate rooted in the village for four generations. Today the domaine is led by Chantal Tortochot, who has elevated its reputation through a clear focus on vineyard health, sensitive winemaking and honest expressions of terroir. Under her stewardship, the estate has been fully converted to organic farming, with certification achieved in recent years, reflecting a commitment to sustainable practices and gentle care of the vines.

The domaine’s holdings span some of Gevrey-Chambertin’s most respected lieux-dits and premier cru sites, including cherished parcels of old vines that lend intensity and depth to the wines. In the cellar, Tortochot favours a restrained, traditional approach: careful destemming, fermentation with native yeasts, and thoughtful use of French oak that supports rather than obscures the fruit. The resulting wines are unmistakably Burgundian — pure, structured and terroir-driven — offering a superb balance of power and finesse. Domaine Tortochot stands as a benchmark for those seeking authentic, classically styled Gevrey-Chambertin.

Pinot Noir (100%)

Pinot Noir is one of the world’s most revered and expressive grape varieties, prized for its elegance, complexity, and ability to reflect terroir like no other. Native to Burgundy, it thrives in cool to moderate climates and is notoriously thin-skinned and finicky to grow, requiring careful vineyard management. In the glass, Pinot Noir typically offers delicate aromas of red berries—such as cherry, raspberry, and strawberry—alongside floral notes, forest floor, and subtle spice. Its light to medium body, gentle tannins, and bright acidity make it both graceful and food-friendly. Whether from the limestone slopes of Burgundy, the coastal vineyards of California, the hills of Oregon, or New Zealand’s Central Otago, Pinot Noir captivates with its finesse, transparency, and the ability to age gracefully, making it a favourite among both winemakers and wine lovers alike.

Burgundy - in eastern France, is one of the world’s most revered wine regions, celebrated for its deep-rooted history, complex terroirs, and single-varietal expressions of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Unlike Bordeaux's grand blends, Burgundy focuses on purity and place, with wines that reflect the nuances of individual vineyards—sometimes just a few rows of vines. The region is divided into key subregions: Chablis in the north (crisp, mineral whites), the Côte de Nuits (prestigious reds like Gevrey-Chambertin and Vosne-Romanée), the Côte de Beaune (home to legendary whites like Meursault and Puligny-Montrachet), as well as the Côte Chalonnaise and Mâconnais. With a mosaic of limestone-rich soils and a cool continental climate, Burgundy produces wines of finesse, elegance, and remarkable aging potential. Its system of classifications—from regional to village, premier cru, and grand cru—is rooted in centuries of tradition and terroir-driven philosophy.