The 2022 Lucien Le Moine Griotte-Chambertin Grand Cru Rouge is an extraordinary Grand Cru Pinot Noir from one of Burgundy's smallest and most prestigious vineyards in Gevrey-Chambertin. Crafted by Mounir and Rotem Saouma, the wine is produced using indigenous yeasts and matured on its lees in French oak, following the domaine's meticulous, low-intervention philosophy to capture the pure expression of this exceptional terroir. The nose is intensely perfumed, revealing wild cherry, raspberry and red currant layered with rose petals, exotic spice, forest floor and striking limestone minerality.
On the palate, it is medium to full-bodied with silky, ultra-fine tannins, vibrant acidity and remarkable precision. Concentrated red berry fruit is seamlessly woven with savoury spice, floral nuances and a finely etched mineral backbone, leading to an exceptionally long, graceful finish. Combining the elegance of Chambolle-Musigny with the depth and structure of Gevrey-Chambertin, this is a profound Grand Cru with outstanding ageing potential.
Ben’s Recommendation:
The 2022 Lucien Le Moine Griotte-Chambertin Grand Cru Rouge is a magnificent match for roast duck, venison, beef Wellington, wild mushroom risotto, pigeon or aged Comté. Enjoy now with a generous decant, or cellar confidently through 2048+ as its complexity, finesse and mineral character continue to evolve.
