Philippe Rossignol Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Estournelles-St.-Jacques 2017 750ml

From a parcel at the top of the slope in Gevrey-Chambertin, situated just above the Combe de Lavaux valley. Grapes are harvested by hand with some whole clusters included in vinification — average is about 20%. Fermentation and maceration occur in a stainless steel vat. Minimal sulfur additions (30-35 mg/L). The soil is white marl, rocky and rich in clay and limestone with similar terroir of Grand Crus Le Chambertin and Clos de Bèze just south.

Varietal(s): Pinot Noir
Taste: ripe cherry, plum, strawberry, raspberry and mushroom
Nose: barnyard, cherry, plum, game and tomato