Luminous ruby red with violet reflections, typical of a young Pinot Noir from Burgundy
Nose
Dark cherries, raspberries and fresh strawberries, underpinned by delicate notes of violets, undergrowth and a touch of spices such as cinnamon and clove
Palate
Silky and elegant palate with lively acidity, fine, well-integrated tannins and a long, mineral-driven finish with hints of red berry fruit and spicy earth
Character
Classically Burgundian – precise, elegant and balanced with a seductive combination of fruit depth and mineral tension; a wine with excellent ageing potential
Pairing
Braised duck or wild game birds, Coq au Vin, mature Époisses or Comté
Notes
The "Petite Chapelle" vineyard site directly adjoins the Chapelle-Chambertin Grand Cru; Bruno Clair is regarded as one of the most conscientious producers in Gevrey-Chambertin and vinifies his wines with minimalist intervention for maximum terroir authenticity
Tasting note
Character
The Petite Chapelle is one of the most impressive Premier Cru sites in Gevrey-Chambertin – situated directly below the Grand Cru parcel Chapelle-Chambertin and closely related to it in character and dignity. Bruno Clair’s interpretation of this terroir stands for Burgundy wines that prioritise depth and precision over opulence: structured, serious, with that unmistakable mineral drive that characterises great Côte de Nuits wines.
Terroir & Origin
Gevrey-Chambertin is considered the most powerful commune of the Côte de Nuits. The soils of Petite Chapelle are characterised by a calcareous subsoil and iron-rich clay topsoils, which lend the Pinot Noir both backbone and aromatic complexity. The 2023 vintage in Burgundy was marked by warmth and good ripeness – a vintage that combines fruit abundance with delightful freshness, provided it was carefully vinified. The hillside location with its natural drainage favours concentration without heaviness.
Grape Variety & Vinification
Pinot Noir in Burgundy is not merely a grape variety – it is a medium through which soil and place speak. Bruno Clair, one of the most renowned estates in the Côte de Nuits based in Marsannay, maintains a technically precise, terroir-driven approach: restrained use of new oak, meticulous hand-harvesting, and gentle vinification. The result is wines that articulate the terroir without overpowering it – elegant, long-lived, and of clear origin.
Food Pairings
A wine of this calibre demands a table and time. Ideal with Coq au vin, braised duck with mushrooms, or a classic Boeuf bourguignon. Equally harmonious with mature Comté or Époisses. If drinking it young, it should be generously decanted – or better still, cellared for a few years.
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