Domaine Frédéric Esmonin Gevrey-Chambertin 'Clos Prieur' is a premium red wine produced by the renowned winemaker Frédéric Esmonin. The wine comes from the Gevrey-Chambertin appellation, which is known for producing some of the finest Pinot Noir wines in the world. The vineyard features a unique terroir with limestone and clay soils, which impart a distinct minerality to the wine. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques, including hand-harvesting and aging in French oak barrels, resulting in a wine that is elegant, complex, and well-structured. The wine exhibits a rich ruby color, with aromas of red fruits, spices, and earthy notes. On the palate, it is full-bodied, with a silky texture and a long, lingering finish. Overall, Domaine Frédéric Esmonin Gevrey-Chambertin 'Clos Prieur' is a wine that showcases the best of Burgundy's winemaking traditions and terroir.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Gevrey-Chambertin Clos Prieur from Domaine Frédéric Esmonin is a powerful, exuberant Burgundy that offers a medley of ripe fruit, toasted spices, earthy minerals, and fragrant floral notes.On the palate, the wine is medium-bodied and soft, with a rustic, ripe tannic structure and complex layers of flavor. The finish is satisfying and lingering, with hints of red cherry and brambleberry. A classic red Burgundy.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
DRINKING WINDOW
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Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Non-Alcoholic
Very High
Intensity:
Mildly aromatic
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Generous
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Lean
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Velvety
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Pinot Noir
ORIGINS
Winery: Domaine Frédéric Esmonin
Region: Burgundy
Burgundy is a wine region located in the east-central part of France, renowned for its high-quality wines. It is one of the most famous and prestigious wine regions in the world, with a long history of winemaking that dates back to the Middle Ages.
Burgundy has been producing wine since the Middle Ages, and its wines have been highly sought after since the 15th century. The region is divided into four main sub-regions: Chablis, Côte de Nuits, Côte de Beaune, and Côte Chalonnaise. Each of these sub-regions has its own unique terroir and produces wines with distinct characteristics.