Gevrey Chambertin French wine appellation guide: location, history, wines, climate & soil
Gevrey-Chambertin is one of Burgundy's greatest red-wine villages, home to nine Grands Crus including the legendary Chambertin, and famous for powerful, deeply structured Pinot Noir.
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Geographic position
Eastern France, in the Côte-d'Or department, at the northern end of the Côte de Nuits, about 12 km south of Dijon, between Fixin and Morey-Saint-Denis.
Origin & history
Vines were planted by the monks of the Abbey of Bèze in the 7th century, and Cluny Abbey later owned land here. Chambertin was Napoleon's favourite wine. In 1847 the village added the name of its most famous vineyard to become Gevrey-Chambertin; the AOC was created in 1936.
Wines & grape varieties
Red wine only, from Pinot Noir. Expect black cherry, blackcurrant, liquorice, game and earthy notes, with firm tannins and great ageing potential. There are 26 Premiers Crus, including Clos Saint-Jacques.
Climate & soil
Semi-continental climate. East-facing slopes of limestone and marl, with the Combe de Lavaux valley bringing cool air and gravel deposits.
Wine region: Burgundy
Grape varieties: Pinot Noir