Domaine Arlaud Gevrey Chambertin 2016

Domaine Arlaud Gevrey Chambertin 2016 really is one for traditional lovers of Burgundy. It has that unmistakable Pinot Noir aroma that fills you with joy and a sense that everything is going to be alright for the next couple of hours. Lovely darker, earthy aromas dominate the nose with purple fruit and floral notes in the background. Fleshy and serious on the palate with black fruit and glossy spice notes.

Domaine Arlaud is a 15 hectare estate run, since 2013 by Cyprien Arlaud. The estate was created by Cyprien’s grandparents in 1942 who inherited some parcels of vines within some excellent vineyards. The estate now consists of 19 separate appellation controlled vineyard sites, a modern winery in Moray Saint Denis and four Grand Cru plots. They were also one of the first Domaine’s to understand the negative effects of modern agriculture and stopped the use of herbicides in 1998 before converting to organic agriculture in 2004 and then becoming certified biodynamic in 2009. Cyprien produces wines of great finesse and intensity. They are complex and heady wines that are amongst the regions finest.