Gerard Raphet Chambertin Clos de Bèze Grand Cru 2021

This dry red wine from Burgundy comes from the prestigious AOC Chambertin-Clos-de-Bèze Grand Cru, crafted by the Gerard Raphet winery. It offers aromas of dark berries, tobacco, and sweet spices, featuring a velvety texture and a well-structured, earthy profile.

Key facts

• Grape variety: Pinot Noir
• D.O. / Region: AOC Chambertin-Clos-de-Bèze Grand Cru, Burgundy
• Winery: Gerard Raphet
• Ageing / Cellaring potential: 12-18 months in French oak barrels

The vineyard

The Pinot Noir grapes originate from vineyards managed under sustainable agriculture principles (lutte raisonnée) in Côte de Nuits. The plots feature old vines that provide natural concentration and reflect the unique terroir of this iconic Burgundy region.

Ideal combination

Meat

Meat dishes pair well with full-bodied red wines — they enhance the flavour and soften the richness.

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Poultry

Poultry works with light white wines — Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc — or soft reds like Pinot Noir, Grenache.

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Cheese

Cheeses pair well with wine: hard cheeses with reds, soft and blue cheeses with whites and fortified wines.

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Winemaking

Following a manual harvest and rigorous selection, fermentation is carried out using indigenous yeasts. The wine is aged for 12 to 18 months in French oak barrels, with a low proportion of new wood to preserve the pure character of the fruit.

Why buy it

If you are looking for a highly prestigious cellar wine for your collection, this bottle faithfully represents the elegance of a Burgundy Grand Cru. Its balance ensures excellent aging potential in the bottle. You can buy Gerard Raphet Chambertin Clos de Bèze Grand Cru 2021 online directly from our shop.