Georges Lignier and Sons Estate - Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru "Les Combottes" 2022

Presentation of the Domaine Georges Lignier et Fils - Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru "Les Combottes" 2022 »

Les Combottes is a Premier Cru located in the middle of Grands Crus, which makes it a wine of great quality. The vines are planted on clay-limestone soil, with 30cm of soil on 2 to 5 m of clay and limestone stones. A great complex and tannic wine with spicy notes, to be enjoyed in a few years.

HISTORY OF THE DOMAIN

Founded at the beginning of the 20th century, the Georges Lignier et Fils estate operates 17 appellations on 16 hectares, spread over 50 plots, planted mainly with Pinot Noir grapes. The cultivation of the vines is intended to be as respectful as possible of the plant and its terroir. All the vines are planted on clay-limestone soil. The average age of the vines is over 50 years.

FOOD AND WINE PAIRING

Eggs in meurette, Beef Bourguignon, Coq au vin, rabbit stew, pikeperch in red wine, cheese such as Chaource, Veal hanger steak, etc.

INFORMATION

Vintage: 2022

Region: Burgundy The Côte de Nuits

Appellation: Gevrey Chambertin 1er Cru

Grape variety(ies): 100% Pinot Noir

Alcohol: 13°

Culture: Sustainable cultivation

Aging: 18 months, on lees with 2 rackings, in oak barrels, 50% of which are new barrels.

Terroir: Comblanchien limestone covered with Bresse marl

Cellar potential: 5 - 20 years.

Serving temperature: 16°- 17°