# Gevrey-Chambertin Cuvée 1859 (2021)

- **Producer:** Domaine Trapet Père et Fils
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Pinot Noir
- **Region:** Burgundy, France
- **Style:** Natural
- **Alcohol:** 13.5%
- **Average price:** €125
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–16 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** rose, red plum, raspberry, red cherry, violet, vanilla, cedar, cloves, tobacco, earth, mushroom, leather, forest floor

## About this wine

The Gevrey-Chambertin Cuvée 1859 from Domaine Trapet is a 2021 vintage Pinot Noir from Burgundy's Côte de Nuits. This cuvée was created to celebrate the 160th anniversary of the Trapet family's winemaking legacy, marked by the acquisition of their first vineyards in 1859. The wine originates from two historic parcels, En Derée and Champerrier, planted with vines over 50 years old. Domaine Trapet is recognized for its pioneering biodynamic and natural winemaking practices, holding Demeter certification. The Cuvée 1859 is produced without added sulfur, reflecting a commitment to minimal intervention and the purest expression of its historic terroir.

## Interesting facts

- Cuvée 1859 commemorates the year the Trapet family purchased their first vineyards.
- Vines for this cuvée are over 50 years old, some planted in 1913.
- Domaine Trapet has been Demeter-certified biodynamic since 2009.
- This wine is made without the addition of sulfur.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium-plus body and fine tannins are well-suited to complement the richness of game and red meats. Its lively acidity can cut through fatty elements, while subtle earthy notes can echo the flavors of mushrooms and root vegetables. The fruit profile can also stand up to slightly sweet glazes or reductions.

## Wine making process

The Gevrey-Chambertin Cuvée 1859 is produced using natural winemaking techniques. Grapes are harvested manually and selected meticulously. Vinification involves delicate crushing and fermentation in open vats with indigenous yeasts. Transfers are managed by gravity to minimize manipulation. The wine then undergoes extended aging in barrels. Domaine Trapet is committed to biodynamic farming, holding Demeter certification, and practices regenerative viticulture. A key aspect of their approach is the absence of added sulfur throughout the winemaking process.