2022, Chambertin Grand Cru, Sylvain Debord

A silky and pure expression with perfumed notes of red and dark berried fruits complemented by floral and delicate spicy notes through to a long, opulent finish.

About the Winery: Sylvain Debord is Burgundian by birth and by heart. He studied at the Lycée Viticole de Beaune in 1991, where he met many talented winegrowers including Nicolas Potel with whom he has worked since 2006. From 1994, Sylvain studied at the University of Burgundy, where he contributed to several technical research projects which continued into the 2000s. At the same time, he managed the UB Experimental Viticultural Centre in Marsannay-la-Côte, with which he still maintains regular contact. Sylvain is passionate about respecting the natural environment, cultural environments and conserving the land for future generations and he vinifies grapes from his close network of vineyard partners, which covers a mosaic of vineyards and appellations. He uses a minimalist and refined approach to produce his signature style and his wines are elegant, pure and fresh. We are delighted to add them to our portfolio.

Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Noir – elegant and age-worthy with red cherry, wild strawberry, raspberry and subtle forest floor, violets and fine-grained tannins.

Appearance: Translucent garnet core with ruby highlights; light staining and fine, slow-moving legs.

Aroma: Perfumed notes of red and dark berried fruits complemented by floral and delicate spicy notes, with hints of rose petal, violet, sous-bois and subtle vanilla/clove from French oak.

Palate: A silky and pure expression with supple red fruit, refined tannins, delicate spice and a long, opulent, mineral-tinged finish.

Body: Medium – satin texture with fine, chalky tannins and moderate alcohol.

Acidity: Medium to medium+ – the 2022 season produced wines with balancing acidity that keeps the finish fresh.

Cellaring Potential: Long – maturation lasted for 14 months in 228-litre French oak barrels; enjoy now or cellar 5–10+ years for added complexity.

Perfect Pairing: Red meat (lamb, venison), duck and roast poultry, mushroom dishes, charcuterie, and soft to semi-hard cheeses (Brie, Comté).

Serving Temperature: 15–16°C for reds

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