2023 Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru, Olivier Jouan

This 2023 Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru is a Pinot Noir from Gevrey-Chambertin in the northern part of Côte de Nuits. It is made from 100% Pinot Noir from old vines in the Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru vineyard, hand-harvested and selected in vineyard and cellar, fermented with whole clusters and natural yeast, and aged for a long time in French oak barrels, partly new. The nose shows intense black cherries, blackcurrants, forest floor and subtle spices. The palate is deeply concentrated and layered with dark berries, violet, tobacco, cedar and minerality. The mouthfeel is velvety, with fine acidity and silky tannins.