Situated about 10 Km from Dijon, Gevrey-Chambertin is one of the finest viticultural villages of the Côte de Nuits. In 1847 Gevrey-Chambertin was the first village of the Côte d'Or to join the village name with that of one of its Grand Crus - hence 'Gevrey-en-Montagne' became 'Gevrey-Chambertin. Planted only with Pinot Noir, here one finds the complete hierarchy of the Burgundian appellations: to the north, the premiers crus and to the south the grand crus. The village appellations are gathered on the bottom of the slope. The sparse and pebbly limestone-rich brown-red soils give Gevrey-Chambertin wines power and body. A great Côte de Nuits classic!

Tasting Note
Our 2020 Gevrey-Chambertin has a deep ruby color and a bouquet of underbrush and licorice. Its round mouth with silky tannins reveals mocha and licorice aromas.

Vinification & Ageing
Fermentation: Traditional in open vats
Aging: 10 to 12 months aging in oak barrels, 20% new
Barrels: Louis Latour cooperage, French oak, medium toasted

Maker Notes

Bold, daring and velvety smooth, our 2021 Apothic Dark offers an unforgettable taste of the darkest of fruits. Notes of blueberry, blackberry and plum are accented by dark chocolate and spice on the rich, plush palate. Hints of coffee and mocha help round out the wine’s full body and long, lingering finish.

Viticulture Notes
We selected the majority of the grapes for Apothic Dark from Lodi in California’s Delta region. California’s 2021 growing season was cool and mild, with a heat spell in August that resulted in an earlier than average harvest. Wines from this vintage showcase vibrant acidity and concentrated flavors.

Winemaking Notes
We harvested a majority of the grapes for the Apothic Dark at night in cool temperatures to preserve the character of the fruit, then we fermented the varieties between 88° to 90°F. The blend, primarily Petite Sirah and Teroldego with other dark-skinned varieties in support, was crafted to showcase a silky mouthfeel with hints of dark chocolate and spice.

Domaine Faiveley's Gevrey-Chambertin Vieilles Vignes wine captures Burgundy's essence. From decades-old vines, it boasts a deep ruby color and an enticing aroma of red fruits, florals, and earthy undertones. On the palate, ripe cherries, blackberries, and subtle spices combine with refined tannins for a sophisticated, lingering finish. A testament to Burgundy's heritage, it showcases Gevrey-Chambertin's unique character with finesse.

The Lucid L.08 Wanderlust wine is an adventurous and dynamic blend that invites exploration. Crafted with precision, this wine presents an intriguing medley of flavors, combining bright, expressive fruitiness with subtle hints of spice and a whisper of floral undertones. Its lively character and well-balanced profile create an enticing palate experience, offering a journey through layers of complexity and a lingering, satisfying finish. Embodying a sense of curiosity and discovery, the Lucid L.08 Wanderlust wine is perfect for those seeking a vibrant and versatile option that sparks a sense of wanderlust with every sip.

Maker Notes

The grapes for our Il Ducale wine come from the most prestigious wine-growing regions of Tuscany, including Ruffino's estate vineyards. After we ferment the wine in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks for eight days, it receives extended grape skin contact for another eight to 10 days for deep colour and concentrated flavours. We age this wine for 12 months in oak casks of first, second and third use.

IL DUCALE RED BLEND

Color:  Ruby red with violet reflections.

Aroma:  Il Ducale shows notes of cassis, cherries, plums, and chocolate, which then fade into aromas of vanilla, tobacco, vanilla, eucalyptus, and spice.

Tasting profile:  The wine opens with fruit-driven notes that unfold into round, elegant tannins. This well-balanced wine finishes with ripe fruits and aromas of vanilla and balsamic herbs. Il Ducale is a modern Tuscan wine born from Ruffino’s century-old winemaking traditions.

Chianti is produced in eight adjacent, yet distinct, areas that cover a vast part of central Tuscany. But only one, which is the oldest and original, may produce Chianti Classico. However, provenance alone is not sufficient to merit the designation Chianti Classico. The producer must strictly adhere to all DOCG rules, which cover elements of vinification (such as alcohol content, yield per acre, and blend) as well as aging and bottling.

Tasting Notes

Bouquet: Intense with notes of cherries, plums, and violets.

Taste: Rich flavors of cherry and leather.

Food Pairing: Perfect accompaniment to a wide variety of foods, including red-sauced pastas, grilled meats and roasts.

Grape varieties: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot

Tasting notes

Intense and brilliant red garnet. Intense red fruit aromas (cherry, raspberry), completed by sweet vanilla notes. Harmonious, supple, well-balanced. The tannins are velvety, the finish is long and exquisite on the fruit. M de Magnol Haut Médoc is a fruity, juicy and elegant wine. 

Food matches: Entrecôte à la Bordelaise, risotto with mushrooms, Asian onion beef, ripe cheeses, red fruit based or dark chocolate based desserts. Best served between 16°C and18°C.

COLOR: Garnet red with light amaranth hints.

PERFUME: Intense, with a very wide range of fragrances that can range from captivating spicy to sweeter, floral and fruity notes. Delicate memory of vanilla.

TASTE: Full, soft, with the right tannic balance and great persistence. Excellent notes of cocoa and overripe fruit. We are facing a full-bodied, classic wine that represents in an excellent way the important character of our lands. It doesn’t fear the aging period.

Overture 2021, the first vintage-dated bottling of the second wine of Opus One, offers fresh aromas of plum, blackberry, and cherry enhanced by alluring notes of dried rose petal, forest floor, and earthy minerality. Juicy and bright on the palate with distinctive flavors of black currant, blueberry, and fraises du bois; the wine delivers a velvety texture with powdery tannins. Subtle coffee and dark chocolate round out the long finish coupled with a well-integrated acidity.