Domaine Dujac Gevrey Chambertin Premier Cru Aux Combottes 2018 AOC 0.75l

In the heart of the Gevrey-Chambertin hills, Domaine Dujac Gevrey-Chambertin Premier Cru Aux Combottes 2018 AOC 0.75l presents itself as a tale of terroir and family dedication: a bottle capable of conveying the depth of one of the Côte's most expressive crus without artifice, thanks to meticulous vineyard management, manual harvesting, and an aging process that enhances the raw material. The story of the producer, led by the Seysses family, tells a philosophy in which the balance between fruit and character is key: a house that has built its identity on wines that express the terroir with precision, without chasing trends, but working with respect for provenance. The production philosophy translates into meticulous care of the vineyard, minimal intervention in the cellar, controlled fermentation, and aging in French oak barrels, where a portion of new wood modulates the intensity of the fruit while maintaining a freshness that sustains the structure over time. Aux Combottes stands out for its complex aromatic texture: ripe red fruits, notes of violet, and mineral notes coexist with subtle spice. On the palate, an elegant line of silky tannins and a crisp acidity guide the tasting from the opening to the long, savory, and minerally-persistent finish. A consistent addition to the producer's portfolio, this wine embodies Dujac's signature style in the Côte de Nuits: it can be considered both a champion of balanced youth and a candidate for aging for those seeking evolution and depth over time. Finally, for STELT, the Gevrey-Chambertin Premier Cru Aux Combottes 2018 stands as a testament to terroir, measured technique, and understated construction, capable of offering longevity without weight or ostentation.