Gevrey-Chambertin Premier Cru Les Champeaux AOC - Benjamin Leroux 2019

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Format: 75 cl

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Producer Benjamin Leroux
Name Gevrey-Chambertin Premier Cru
Variety Pinot Noir
Vintage 2019
Gradation 14.5%
Format 75 cl
Aromatic profile Red fruits, spices, earthy notes
Vinification method Fermentation in wooden and steel vats
Region Burgundy
Production area Côte de Nuits
Country France
Type Red
Aging 12-18 months
Type of cask French oak barrels
Color Ruby red
Serving temperature 16-18°C
Recommended consumption Within 10-15 years from harvest
Pairing Red meats, game, aged cheeses
The Gevrey-Chambertin Premier Cru "Les Champeaux" AOC, produced by the renowned Benjamin Leroux winery, is an outstanding representative of Burgundy wines, specifically from the Côte de Nuits. This red wine is known for its depth and complexity which pair beautifully with a robust and harmonious structure.

Grown in the famous "Les Champeaux" vineyard, which benefits from a particularly favorable terroir, the wine stands out for its elegant bouquet of aromas. The nose reveals scents of ripe red fruits, especially cherry and raspberry, with subtle notes of spices and a hint of tobacco and leather that develop with aging.

On the palate, the Gevrey-Chambertin "Les Champeaux" displays remarkable concentration and a richness of flavors that reflect the nose, enriched by a velvety texture that covers the palate. The balance between finely woven tannins and lively acidity promises an exceptional aging potential. Its long-lasting finish is further proof of the quality and care employed in its production.

Benjamin Leroux, known for his meticulous and respectful approach to viticulture and winemaking, produces this wine by limiting the use of chemicals and intervening as little as possible, to allow the terroir and climate to express their true essence in the wine.

Ideal as an accompaniment to dishes of red meat, game, or aged cheeses, this Gevrey-Chambertin Premier Cru "Les Champeaux" is destined to satisfy the most demanding palates and offer an unforgettable tasting experience.
The winery

Benjamin Leroux – Winery in Borgogna (Côte d'Or)

Discover the story and wines of Benjamin Leroux.

A négociant and producer based in Beaune (Burgundy), known for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines that emphasize terroir expression.
Region: Borgogna (Côte d'Or)
Country: Francia
Founded: 2007
Grapes: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Aligoté
Négociant active since 2007, based in Beaune. Extensive portfolio Extensive work along the Côte d'Or, covering both whites and reds. An approach focused on the purity of the terroir; frequent use of organic/biodynamic practices. He served as régisseur at Domaine Comte Armand and has a strong network of suppliers and leaseholders in prestigious appellations.
Winery history
Benjamin Leroux trained at the Beaune school of oenology and gained international experience. Mid-career he served as régisseur at the renowned Domaine Comte Armand; since 2007 he has run his own business as a négociant/own label, operating from a modern winery in Beaune and building an extensive portfolio of wines by purchasing and vinifying grapes from various crus of the Côte d'Or.
Production philosophy
Pursuit of purity and terroir transparency: Leroux interprets each wine as a reflection of its place and vintage, adopting organic/biodynamic agricultural practices where possible and varying cellar techniques according to the cru and the harvest to preserve the fruit's identity.
Terroir and vineyards
It operates mainly in the Côte d'Or, working with grapes and vineyard parcels from appellations such as Pommard, Meursault, Volnay, Chambolle‑Musigny, Gevrey‑Chambertin and Nuits‑Saint‑Georges, and grand crus such as Corton‑Charlemagne and Bâtard‑Montrachet, in addition to village- and regional-level wines.
Awards and recognitions
Mentioned in some sources as the winner of the "Best Young Talent in Burgundy" award.

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