# Gevrey-Chambertin Justice des Seuvrées (2021)

- **Producer:** Domaine Perrot-Minot
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Pinot Noir
- **Region:** Burgundy, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.0%
- **Average price:** €110
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 14–16 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** blackcurrant, black cherry, red cherry, vanilla, cloves, earth, forest floor, mushroom

## About this wine

Domaine Perrot-Minot's Gevrey-Chambertin Justice des Seuvrées 2021 is a Pinot Noir from the esteemed Gevrey-Chambertin appellation in Burgundy. The 'Justice des Seuvrées' is a specific and recognized vineyard plot. The domaine, managed by Christophe Perrot-Minot since 1993, has a long history and is known for its dedication to expressing terroir through meticulous winemaking, low yields, and a focus on purity of fruit. The estate also adheres to organic and biodynamic principles in its viticulture. The 2021 vintage in Burgundy is generally noted for its freshness and acidity.

## Interesting facts

- The 'Justice des Seuvrées' is a specific, recognized plot within Gevrey-Chambertin.
- Domaine Perrot-Minot emphasizes old vines, contributing to concentrated fruit.
- Christophe Perrot-Minot has refined extraction techniques since 2006 for more balanced wines.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium-plus body and fine-grained tannins are well-suited to complement the protein and fat in richer dishes. Its inherent freshness can cut through richness, while fruit and earthy notes can echo or contrast with the flavors of game, poultry, and robust sauces.

## Wine making process

Domaine Perrot-Minot's winemaking process for Gevrey-Chambertin Justice des Seuvrées involves meticulous vineyard management, including hand-harvesting and careful grape sorting. The domaine emphasizes low yields to concentrate fruit character. Winemaking techniques focus on careful extraction, aiming for balance and finesse. The wines are subsequently aged in oak barrels, with a proportion of new oak used, contributing to structure and complexity. The estate also follows organic and biodynamic viticultural practices.