2023 Gevrey-Chambertin Champerrier Vieilles Vignes, Domaine Tortochot

• Style: Silky, refined Pinot Noir
• Taste: Bright black cherry, polished tannin, measured acidity at 14%
• Food: Roast dinners, game, braised beef, aged cheeses
• Occasion: Date night, gifting, cellar worthy
• Serve: Bone dry, cool-climate elegance

In the Glass — Tasting Notes

Bright black cherry upfront with refined tannin grip that speaks of careful extraction and restraint. The acidity is present but never sharp; at 14% alcohol, the fruit and structure dominate rather than the spirit. This sits beautifully between approachable and serious—a wine that tastes like the place it comes from: refined, structured, and rewarding without show.

The Winery — Domaine Tortochot

Run by fourth-generation Chantal Tortochot-Michel since the late 1990s, this estate converted from supplying fruit to becoming an independent domaine, then to organic certification in 2013. The Champerrier parcel lies in Gevrey-Chambertin's heart on limestone and clay, planted with vines aged 75–100 years. Consulting winemaker Sylvain Pataille has shaped a more elegant and polished expression over two decades. The 2023 vintage—generous with excellent ripeness—saw 25% whole-cluster grapes, four-day cold soak, and gentle 15-day fermentation with hand-tended pump-overs. Twelve months in largely neutral oak (10% new) layers texture while preserving delicate fruit character. The wine is organic, sustainably farmed, and fully vegetarian and vegan.

At Your Table — Food Pairing & Serving

This is a wine to pour alongside roasted chicken, braised beef, game, or a board of aged goat cheeses. The body and balance honour each pairing without compromise. The refined tannin structure rewards stews and braises, while the measured acidity keeps the wine fresh through rich mushroom and truffle dishes. Explore our Gevrey-Chambertin and broader Pinot Noir selection to see how this vintage and terroir compare across France. A wine to cellar with confidence, or to gift to those who know the Côte de Nuits for what it is: Burgundy's red-wine heartland.