Domaine Henri Rebourseau : Gevrey-Chambertin Village "La Brunelle" 2020

The finesse and aromatic richness of a Gevrey-Chambertin Village wine

The estate

Founded in 1782 and producing wine across nine Burgundy appellations, Domaine Henri Rebourseau is one of the largest estates in owning Grand Cru vineyards in the Côte de Nuits. The estate accommodates land assets of exceptional vines planted on lands that have been worked for more than 1,400 years. Today, the Surrel family cares for this amazing heritage, using biological and biodynamic agricultural practices. It is the territory, rather than the House, that garners the esteem for the wine’s identity.

The vineyard

Domaine Henri Rebourseau stretches across the iconic Burgundy terroir of Côte de Nuits.

The wine

"La Brunelle" 2019 is a Gevrey-Chambertin Village wine that comes from a 2.78 hectare plot cultivated solely by the estate. The vines, 33 years old on average, rest on brown, limestone soils with a subsoil made up of silt, sand and clay.

The vintage

The 2020 vintage was marked by an unprecedentedly rainy start to the season in Burgundy, caused by sunny conditions and higher than normal seasonal temperatures. The winter rains replenished ground water which could then compensate the lack of rainfall during the growing season. Unfortunately, a short rainy period disrupted flowering leaving a notably low yield. Despite that, the grapes matured under excellent conditions and ripened up to the harvest, gradually developing remarkable tannins.

Winemaking and ageing

The macerations produced colourful and balanced wine with great ageing potential. Minimal intervention was chosen during a very quick vinification for this vintage.      

Blend

Pinot noir (100%).

Characteristics and tasting tips for Gevrey-Chambertin Village "La Brunelle" 2020 from Domaine Henri Rebourseau

Tasting

Nose
Fine and expressive, the nose reveals lightly woody notes.

Palate
The refreshing palate unveils black fruit scents with firm and well-integrated tannins. The encompassing palate lasts through to a long and enduring finish.

Storage

This red wine can be laid down until about 2030 to release all of its aromatic nuances.

Food and wine pairing

This Burgundy wine goes perfectly with a cut of beef in pepper sauce.