2023 Domaine Denis Bachelet Gevrey-Chambertin "V.V.", Burgundy, France

ABOUT THIS WINE

Sourced from old vines (“Vieilles Vignes”) in the village of Gevrey-Chambertin, this cuvée reflects the classic power and structure of the Côte de Nuits while maintaining the finesse that defines Domaine Denis Bachelet. The vineyard parcels benefit from limestone and clay soils that provide both intensity and aromatic complexity.

The vines are carefully farmed at very low yields, a hallmark of the domaine, resulting in naturally concentrated fruit. Grapes are hand-harvested and meticulously sorted before fermentation with indigenous yeasts. Whole-cluster inclusion is often used to enhance aromatic lift and structural definition. The wine is then aged in French oak barrels, with a measured proportion of new oak to support structure while preserving purity.

ABOUT THIS PRODUCER

Domaine Denis Bachelet is a small, highly regarded estate in Gevrey-Chambertin, recognized for producing some of the most precise and elegant wines in Burgundy. Denis Bachelet is known for his meticulous vineyard work, extremely low yields, and unwavering focus on achieving optimal ripeness.

The domaine follows sustainable practices in the vineyard and a minimalist philosophy in the cellar, emphasizing native yeast fermentations, gentle extraction, and careful oak aging. Across all cuvées, from Bourgogne Rouge to Grand Cru, the wines are defined by purity, finesse, and structure, placing Domaine Denis Bachelet among the most respected producers of the Côte de Nuits.