Domaine Arlaud, Aux Combottes, Gevrey-Chambertin, Premier Cru, Burgundy, France, 2023

Overview of the Wine
Domaine Arlaud was created in 1942 with the marriage of Joseph Arlaud, a man from Ardèche, and Renée Amiot, a woman from a family with deep roots in the Burgundian wine culture. The bride’s dowry brought parcels in excellent vineyards, which Joseph supplemented by shrewd acquisitions, beginning in 1949. In 1966, the family acquired a 14th Century historical building in which to age their wines. The cellar is displayed on their wine labels.

Their son Hervé took over in 1983 and, with his wife Brigitte, continued to increase the estate. Their children gradually joined them and worked together from 2004 to 2012.

In 2003, the family began moving operations to a new, modern facility in Morey Saint Denis. The 14th Century cellar, located in the heart of Nuits Saint Georges is still used for the Estate’s wine library and for special tastings. It is an authentic and unique place to celebrate three generations of Burgundian hospitality.

In 2013 Cyprien Arlaud assumed full control over management of the Family estate. By then, it had grown to 15 hectares, consisting of 19 separate Appellation Controlled vineyard sites, with choice plots in 4 grand Crus: Clos de la Roche, Clos Saint Denis, Charmes Chambertin, and Bonnes Mares.   

Winemaker
Cyprien Arlaud

Grape / Blend
Pinot Noir

Origin
Burgundy, France

Winemaker's Tasting Notes
The wine is classy suave and energetic. The little red fruit aromas raspberry, gooseberries complete this wine made with the oldest vine of the estate. 

95 Points - Vinous
The 2023 Gevry-Chambertin Aux Combottes 1er Cru offers a wonderful bouquet with intense raspberry and wild strawberry scents bursting from the glass, with 30-50% whole bunch seamlessly integrated. The palate is medium-bodied with succulent ripe tannins and a crisp line of acidity. It is quite pure and poised, delivering more structure and grip on the finish compared to other Premier Crus from Cyprien Arlaud. Probably on par with the excellent 2022.

Product Size: 750ml