Charmes Chambertin Grand Cru 2022 Domaine Henri Richard

Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru 2022 Domaine Henri Richard

Situated in the heart of Gevrey-Chambertin, the Charmes-Chambertin climat is one of the most emblematic grand crus of the Côte de Nuits. Planted on argilo-calcareous soils mixed with fine gravel, the vineyards benefit from a terroir recognised for producing wines that are generous, profound, and possess remarkable aromatic elegance.

Domaine Henri Richard, a historic family address in Gevrey-Chambertin, tends its vineyards with rigorous attention to sustainable viticulture. Viticultural practices are meticulous, yields carefully controlled, and winemaking follows traditional principles that allow the terroir to speak clearly. Ageing in oak is perfectly integrated, accompanying the wine without dominating its character.

The 2022 vintage offers a particularly refined expression of Charmes-Chambertin. The nose is intense and elegant, blending ripe red fruits, dark cherry, crushed raspberry, delicate floral notes, and subtle spice. With aeration, undertones of forest floor and liquorice emerge.

The palate seduces through its remarkable balance between richness and finesse. The structure is dense yet silky, supported by tannins of real precision. The vintage's natural freshness brings tension and length, while the finish stretches generously across fruited and mineral notes, the signature of Gevrey-Chambertin's finest terroirs.

This 2022 Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru has excellent cellaring potential, enjoyable after a few years in the cellar but capable of graceful evolution over fifteen to twenty years. It pairs beautifully with roasted or sauced red meats, game birds, lamb, and aged hard cheeses.

A great Burgundy wine, at once charming and profound, that expresses with clarity both its terroir and the craftsmanship of Domaine Henri Richard.