1999 - Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Fonteny, Serafin Pere et Fils

Country: France |
Region: Burgundy |
Appellation: Gevrey-Chambertin |
Producer: Serafin Pere et Fils |
Classification: Premier Cru |
Colour: Red |
ABV: 13.5% |

Tasting Notes

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Robert Parker Wine Advocate Pierre Rovani - 31 Aug 01
The outstanding, medium to dark ruby-colored 1999 Gevrey-Chambertin Fonteney has a violet and sweet black currant-scented nose. Medium to full-bodied and concentrated, this wine is loaded with blueberries, sweet cherries, and candied raspberries. It is ha
Drinking Date: 2004 - 2011
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Vinous Stephen Tanzer - 01 Mar 02
Full ruby-red. Sweetly aromatic nose of cherry and game. Fat, sweet, pliant and rich; less expressive in the middle than on the nose but smooth and stylish, with very good verve. Tannins are firm but sweet, and the finishing flavor is subtle and persisten
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Gevrey-Chambertin Fine Wine

Gevrey-Chambertin

Gevrey-Chambertin, a prestigious Burgundy appellation in Côte de Nuits, is renowned for producing powerful Pinot Noir wines, often called the "King of Burgundy." These wines are known for bold flavours, complex aromas of dark cherries, blackcurrants, truffles, and spices, with robust structure and excellent ageing potential. The appellation includes nine Grand Cru vineyards, notably Chambertin and Chambertin-Clos de Bèze. Top producers like Domaine Armand Rousseau, Domaine Fourrier, and Domaine Denis Mortet craft wines that reflect the unique terroir and tradition of Gevrey-Chambertin.