2017 Gevrey Chambertin Lavaux St Jacques
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The 2017 Gevrey-Chambertin Lavaux Saint-Jacques 1er Cru is missing a bit of attack on the nose. There is plenty of red cherry and strawberry fruit here, but it needs more vigor. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin and a little tinniness, attenuating slightly on the finish.
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Richard Hemming MW, jancisrobinson.com
Jancis Robinson MW
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The 2017 Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Lavaux-Saint-Jacques was dominated by its new oak when I tasted it, displaying a drying and fleeting finish.
35% whole-bunch fermented. Aged in oak barrels (40% new) for 16 months. Cask sample. Moody, uncooperative nose. Thick texture on the palate, though the tannins are already rounded. Heavy-going, though the flavours are well-formed and the style its true to its appellation. (RH)
About the producer
Although the Bichot family settled in the region in 1350, Albert Bichot was founded in 1831 by Bernard Bichot. Today the producer is one of Burgundy’s most respected, making wines from both its own vineyards and with purchased fruit.