# Gevrey-Chambertin Premier Cru Craipillot (2021)

- **Producer:** Domaine Drouhin-Laroze
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Pinot Noir
- **Region:** Burgundy, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Average price:** €120
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Aromas & flavours:** red plum, red cherry, cloves, vanilla, forest floor, earth

## About this wine

Domaine Drouhin-Laroze Gevrey-Chambertin Premier Cru Craipillot 2021 is a Pinot Noir from the renowned Gevrey-Chambertin appellation in Burgundy, France. The Craipillot vineyard is distinguished by its stony soils, contributing a mineral quality to the wine. The estate, Domaine Drouhin-Laroze, has been a family-run operation since 1850, now in its sixth generation, with a philosophy focused on authentic terroir expression and precise winemaking. The 2021 vintage is noted for yielding grapes of optimal maturity, resulting in a wine of balance and elegance. Sustainable viticulture practices are a part of the estate's approach.

## Interesting facts

- The Craipillot parcel is known for its stony soils.
- Domaine Drouhin-Laroze is a sixth-generation family estate.
- Gevrey-Chambertin is Burgundy's most celebrated Pinot Noir appellation.
- Sustainable viticulture practices are employed.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium-plus body and elegant tannins complement the richness of game and red meats, while its balanced acidity cuts through fatty elements. Earthy notes in the wine can echo those found in mushrooms or root vegetables, creating harmonious pairings.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for Domaine Drouhin-Laroze Gevrey-Chambertin Premier Cru Craipillot 2021 involves fermentation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures to maintain freshness and aromatic expression. Maceration lasted several weeks to build tannic and aromatic complexity. The wine was then aged in oak barrels, with 60% new oak used for the 2021 vintage. Approximately 15% whole bunch vinification was employed for this vintage. The estate follows sustainable viticulture practices.