Domaine Marc Roy Cuvée Alexandrine Gevrey-Chambertin embodies the pinnacle of meticulous viticulture and winemaking excellence. Under the careful stewardship of Alexandrine Roy, this cuvée showcases deep, robust, and refined wines, perpetuating a family legacy rooted in soil-centric practices. Since her arrival in 2003, the domaine has continuously elevated its craft. The cuvée Alexandrine, named after the vigneronne herself, originated in 2005 in response to inquiries from customers seeking premier and grand cru offerings. While the parcels are classified as village-level, Alexandrine Roy sought to produce a wine rivaling the finest crus of Gevrey. The secret lies in a meticulous blend of grapes from six privileged terroirs, emphasizing the selection of millerandage grapes. This meticulous process yields small, concentrated berries, resulting in a wine acclaimed for surpassing many premier crus in quality. With its aromas of red fruits, noble oak influence, and velvety texture underscored by powdery tannins, Cuvée Alexandrine stands as the crown jewel of Domaine Roy.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Domaine Marc Roy Cuvée Alexandrine Gevrey-Chambertin is a beautiful, elegant Burgundy red with a deep garnet color.On the nose, it has aromas of dark fruits, spices, and a hint of cedar. On the palate, it is nicely balanced with a medium tannic structure, dark fruits, and a hint of earthy complexity. The finish is long and complex with a lingering taste of dark fruits. Overall, this is an excellent Burgundy that is sure to please.
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.