2022 Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Clos du Fonteny, Bruno Clair

2022 Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Clos du Fonteny, Bruno Clair

This clos is a monopole of the domaine found right at the centre point of Gevrey, next to Ruchottes-Chambertin. It always has lots of millerandages (small berries) and so the wine has an intense concentration and exquisite finesse. It’s all red-fruited power and mineral length, typical of senior Gevrey terroirs.

Critic score
93/100 info

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Wine details

  • Region & country
    Fonteny (1er Cru), Gevrey-Chambertin, Côte de Nuits, Burgundy, France
  • Grape
    Pinot Noir
  • Maturity
    Young 2027 - 2040info
  • Colour
    Red
  • Sweetness
    Dry
  • Style
    Still
  • Unit Volume
    Bottle (75cl.)
  • Classification
    Premier Cru

Tasting notes

The 2022 Gevrey-Chambertin Clos du Fonteny 1er Cru has red and black fruit on the nose, with hints of dried violet petals and sous-bois percolating through with time in the glass. The palate is quite closed at the moment, but the energy and balance are clear to see. The rather grippy finish suggests it will age well in bottle. It's very promising, but patience is needed.

Neal Martin, vinous.com (January 2024)
(92—94)/100

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