Gevrey-Chambertin “En Ergot” 1er Cru 2021

Tasting Note for Gevrey-Chambertin “En Ergot” 1er Cru 2021 by Trapet Père & Fils

Character

An aristocratic Burgundy of remarkable finesse and transparency. With this Premier Cru, Jean-Louis Trapet deliberately avoids extracted power or opulent oak notes. Instead, the Pinot Noir from the cool 2021 vintage reveals a floating elegance, supported by polished, fine-grained tannins and a radiant, delicate fruit structure. A masterpiece of quiet understatement that effortlessly brings the pure identity of its origin into the glass.

Terroir & Origin

Domaine Trapet Père et Fils is one of the historic pillars of Gevrey-Chambertin in the Côte de Nuits. The estate’s 18.5 hectares have been farmed biodynamically since 1996 and have been Demeter-certified since 2009. Respect for the soil shapes Jean-Louis Trapet’s work: guided by the conviction that man passes but the earth remains, he allows the microclimate and limestone-dominated soils to take centre stage in order to paint an unadulterated picture of the terroir.

Grape Variety & Vinification

This Pinot Noir is crafted with masterful artisanal restraint. In accordance with the house philosophy, the grapes are gently guided rather than forced. In the cellar, Trapet works gently using gravity. The use of new oak is kept extremely moderate to preserve the unadulterated terroir signature of the grape variety. The result is a wine of ethereal purity and aristocratic elegance at a moderate 13.0% ABV.

Food Pairings

Thanks to its fine structure and complex aromatics, this Premier Cru pairs exquisitely with pink-roasted duck breast, classic Bœuf Bourguignon or tender roast pheasant. It also proves to be an outstanding partner at the table alongside pan-roasted quail or creamy Époisses.