Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru “Petite Chapelle” AOC 2023

Wine Description for Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru “Petite Chapelle” AOC 2023 by Hubert Lignier

Character

The Petite Chapelle is one of the classic Premier Cru sites of Gevrey-Chambertin – that village in the Côte de Nuits which, like no other, stands for the powerful, structured side of Pinot Noir. Hubert Lignier, a domaine with deep roots in Morey-Saint-Denis, brings a signature here that focuses on precision, terroir expression and artisanal care. The 2023 vintage promises a wine of ripe fruit and vibrant tension – a Burgundy that combines both depth and accessibility.

Terroir & Origin

The Petite Chapelle vineyard is located in the southern part of Gevrey-Chambertin, below the Grand Cru parcels, on calcareous marl soil with excellent drainage properties. The microclimate of the Côte de Nuits shapes wines here with a characteristic tension between ripeness and minerality. The 2023 vintage in Burgundy was marked by a warm, dry summer, which led to physiologically ripe grapes – with attentive winemaking, wines of richness and structure were created, without sacrificing the typical freshness of Pinot Noir.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Pinot Noir is at home in Gevrey-Chambertin in its most demanding form: sensitive, expressive, and inextricably linked to its soil. Hubert Lignier stands for a respectful, low-intervention ageing process, where the fruit and terroir take centre stage. The use of barriques is done thoughtfully to provide structure without dominating the wine. At 13.5% alcohol, the wine remains within the classic framework of a serious, age-worthy Burgundy.

Food Pairings

A wine of this origin and stature demands dishes with depth and elegance. Highly recommended are roasted pigeon or Coq au Vin, as well as game dishes such as fillet of venison with mushroom jus. Also, mature Epoisses or Comté provide a classic, Burgundian accompaniment that anchors the wine in its cultural context.