2019 Maison Lucien Le Moine Gevrey Chambertin Combe Au Moines 1er Cru

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The 2019 Maison Lucien Le Moine Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Combe aux Moines is an exceptionally rare bottling from one of Burgundy's most meticulous micro-négociants. Mounir Saouma and Rotem Brakin work only with the finest barrels from elite growers, extending élevage on the lees, bottling without fining or filtration, and allowing each vineyard to evolve at its own pace. The result is a wine of remarkable depth, texture and longevity that remains unmistakably expressive of its terroir.

Combe aux Moines is among Gevrey-Chambertin's most revered Premier Crus, perched high on the slope just beneath the forest. Its thin limestone soils consistently produce wines of tremendous aromatic lift, mineral precision and firm structure. Compared to the richer lower-slope Premier Crus, Combe aux Moines is celebrated for its finesse, floral perfume and vibrant energy while still possessing the muscle that defines Gevrey-Chambertin.

Tasting Profile

The bouquet is captivating from the first swirl, revealing layers of black cherry, wild raspberry and cassis intertwined with crushed violets, rose petals and Asian spice. As the wine unfolds, deeper notes of graphite, forest floor, black tea, licorice and smoked earth emerge, lending remarkable complexity and nuance.

On the palate, the wine is both powerful and graceful. A concentrated core of ripe red and black fruit is wrapped in fine, chalky tannins that provide impressive structure without heaviness. Lucien Le Moine's signature élevage contributes extraordinary texture and depth, while the vineyard's limestone soils bring crystalline minerality and vibrant acidity. The finish is exceptionally long, echoing with crushed stone, spice, floral notes and savory earth in equal measure.

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