# Latricières-Chambertin Grand Cru (2021)

- **Producer:** Domaine Trapet Père & Fils
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Pinot Noir
- **Region:** Burgundy, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.5%
- **Average price:** €600
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** red plum, wet stones, earth, raspberry, red cherry, vanilla, cedar, leather, forest floor, tobacco, mushroom

## About this wine

The Latricières-Chambertin Grand Cru 2021 is a 100% Pinot Noir from Domaine Trapet Père & Fils, a historic family estate in Gevrey-Chambertin, Burgundy. The wine originates from the Latricières vineyard, known for its limestone and iron oxide-rich soil, contributing to its distinct minerality. The estate is dedicated to biodynamic and organic farming, with Jean-Louis Trapet emphasizing elegance and terroir transparency. The 2021 vintage, marked by a cool growing season and reduced yields due to frost, is noted for its classic Burgundian character and aging potential.

## Interesting facts

- Latricières vineyard name means 'poor earth'.
- Vines in Latricières can be very old, some planted in 1938.
- Domaine Trapet practices biodynamic and organic farming.
- The 2021 vintage had reduced yields due to April frost.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium+ body and sophisticated tannins are well-suited to complement the protein and fat in richer dishes. Its vibrant acidity can cut through richness, while earthy notes can echo those found in mushrooms or game. Delicate herbal notes in the wine can also harmonize with similar elements in the food.

## Wine making process

Domaine Trapet practices biodynamic and organic viticulture. The 2021 vintage experienced reduced yields due to frost. Fermentation is traditional, with some use of whole bunch (around 40%), employing techniques like punch-downs and pump-overs. The wine is subsequently aged in oak barrels, with new oak usage typically between 20% and 50%. The estate's philosophy centers on expressing terroir purity through these methods.