Gevrey-Chambertin Bel Air 1er Cru Château de Marsannay Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru AOP 2022

Gevrey-Chambertin Premier Cru Bel-Air from Château de Marsannay comes from an East-facing hillside vineyard on stony clay-limestone soil. The Pinot Noir is vinified with cold maceration and then aged for 13 months in oak barrels, 40% of which are new.

What terroir is Gevrey-Chambertin Bel Air 1er Cru Château de Marsannay Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru AOP 2022 produced on?

The Bel-Air vineyard is located on the upper slopes with an East exposure, near the Ruchottes vineyard and above the Clos de Bèze, two renowned Grand Cru vineyards. The soil is stony, silty clay-limestone, and the cultivated area covers 39.97 ares.

How is Gevrey-Chambertin Bel Air 1er Cru Château de Marsannay Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru AOP 2022 vinified and aged?

The grapes are harvested by hand and then passed over a sorting table. After the bunches are fully destemmed, the berries are placed in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks for cold maceration of the Pinot Noir. Several punch-downs and pump-overs are carried out during fermentation to ensure complete and gentle extraction. After very gentle pressing of the pomace, the wine is aged for 13 months in new oak barrels (40%) and one- to two-filled barrels, followed by 4 months in the vat.

What is the tasting profile of Gevrey-Chambertin Bel Air 1er Cru Château de Marsannay Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru AOP 2022?

Aromas of black fruit and spices. Balanced palate, with powerful tannins accompanied by fruity notes and lovely freshness. Elegant finish.

What dishes pair with Gevrey-Chambertin Bel Air 1er Cru Château de Marsannay Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru AOP 2022?

Rib of beef, game birds, grilled or roasted pork.

At what temperature should Gevrey-Chambertin Bel Air 1er Cru Château de Marsannay Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru AOP 2022 be served?

Aging potential of 5 to 15 years.