Charmes-Chambertin

Charmes-Chambertin is one of the nine Grands Crus of Gevrey-Chambertin and among the most prestigious Pinot Noir terroirs of the Côte de Nuits. Situated directly below the legendary Chambertin, the appellation forms part of an exceptional concentration of Grand Cru vineyards on the slopes south of the village. Together with Mazoyères-Chambertin, whose wines may also be sold as Charmes-Chambertin, it covers around 30 hectares.

The predominantly east-facing vineyards lie on gently sloping, limestone-rich soils with varying proportions of clay and gravel. Compared with the more structured Chambertin and Clos de Bèze above, Charmes-Chambertin is traditionally associated with a more generous, seductive expression of Gevrey, while retaining the depth and structure expected at Grand Cru level.

As a Grand Cru appellation, Charmes-Chambertin has no Premier Cru classification. Ownership is highly fragmented, and differences between individual parcels and producers can be significant. Wines from the finest domaines rank among the most sought-after red Bourgognes. Charmes-Chambertin typically combines ripe red and dark fruit with spice, floral and earthy complexity. The best examples balance richness with fine tannins and mineral freshness, developing considerable complexity over decades in bottle.