Gevrey Chambertin “La Justice” AOP 2023

Wine description for Gevrey Chambertin “La Justice” AOP 2023 by Jérôme Galeyrand

Colour & appearance

Medium, transparent ruby red – crystal clear and luminous, entirely in the style of an unadulterated Pinot Noir.

Nose

On the opening, a fleeting echo of tar that quickly recedes to reveal raspberries and wild strawberries, alongside plums and cherries. Beneath these emerge notes of forest floor, undergrowth, a hint of ironstone and fine herbs – a nose that speaks of Burgundy, not the cellar.

Palate

Ripe, juicy and of remarkable finesse. The tannins feel as though polished with water sandpaper, while the acidity is supple and sensual. The fruit – slightly candied – appears nestled in fluffy cake batter. An approachable, silky wine that already offers great pleasure.

Finish

Long and persistent, with hints of candied strawberries – a finale that fades gently yet lingers in the memory.

Terroir & origin

La Justice lies below the D974 in Gevrey-Chambertin – a vineyard site that is often underestimated. Yet a fault line of Comblanchien limestone shapes the soil, overlaid by a sandy topsoil that ensures good drainage. Galeyrand’s vines have been rooted here for 60 to 70 years; their quality is so high that he uses them for his own selection massale.

Grape variety & vinification

Pure Pinot Noir, around 80% destemmed, fermented exclusively with indigenous yeasts. Maturation took place over 14 months in used oak barrels (228 l) with up to 25% new wood. No fining, no enzymes, at most a light filtration and minimal sulphur addition – Galeyrand’s credo is simple: fresh grape juice without technological intervention.

Food recommendations

A wine for duck breast with cherries, saddle of venison in red wine jus or coq au vin. Also a fine choice with mushroom dishes – such as porcini risotto – and with Époisses or other Burgundian soft cheeses.

Special features

Jérôme Galeyrand arrived in Burgundy as a cheese seller and purchased his first plot in 2002 – a mere 0.05 hectares. Today, having earned a star in the Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France, he ranks among the most exciting winemakers on the Côte de Nuits. His vineyard work is organic, partly biodynamic. What sets this La Justice apart is its rare combination of depth and accessibility – a Gevrey-Chambertin that speaks softly but has much to say.