About This Wine
Domaine Leroy's Chambertin comes from half a hectare in the heart of Gevrey-Chambertin's most famous Grand Cru, and production runs to a few hundred bottles. The 2011 is a fresh, early-picked vintage now entering its drinking window.
Chambertin covers about 13 hectares on the slope south of Gevrey, above the Route des Grands Crus, on limestone with stony, clay-rich topsoil.
Tasting Profile
- Nose: Red and black cherry, raspberry, rose petal, spice and a savoury undertone.
- Palate: Silky yet concentrated, with bright acidity, fine tannin and Grand Cru depth.
- Finish: Long, perfumed and mineral.
Serving & Food
Serve at 16 to 17°C in a large Burgundy bowl, decanted for one to two hours. Pair with roast venison, beef Wellington or a wild mushroom and truffle dish.
Good to Know
How much does Leroy own? About 0.50 hectares.
What was 2011 like? An early harvest giving perfumed reds.
Product Details
| Producer | Domaine Leroy |
| Country | France |
| Region | Gevrey-Chambertin, Côte de Nuits, Burgundy |
| Grape | Pinot Noir |
| Vintage | 2011 |
| Size | 750mL |
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About the Maison
Maison Leroy was founded in Auxey-Duresses in 1868 as a négociant house. Lalou Bize-Leroy took over its management in 1971 and was co-director of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti from 1974 to 1992.