🏰news | features: 【From the oldest merchant house in Burgundy, this 2023 Gevrey-Chambertin "Vieilles Vignes" is crafted from old vines planted in 1959, offering a refined expression of its terroir.】 Maison Champy, founded in 1720, is a historic Burgundian producer. This Gevrey-Chambertin comes from old vines planted in 1959 in the Les Corvées vineyard site. The 2023 vintage in Burgundy saw late budbreak, flowering around Pentecost, and steady ripening, with a cooldown in late August preserving acidity, promising wines with dark fruit, light spice, earthy notes, grunt, and grip. + short tasting note: Displays an intense, vibrant ruby hue with subtle floral notes and delicate fruity nuances on the nose. The palate offers finesse and elegance, with freshness and balance underpinned by notes of stewed black fruit. Expect dark fruit, light spice, and an earthy, muscular character with a hint of licorice. 🍴 Chinese Cantonese food pairing: This young Gevrey-Chambertin would be excellent with Cantonese roasted squab, or a flavorful braised pork belly with preserved vegetables. For Western cuisine, pair it with roasted leg of lamb, duck breast, Burgundy-style beef cheeks, or coq au vin. It also goes well with characterful cheeses. 🥂 fit for event suggestion: Ideal for a classic French dinner, a thoughtful gift for a Burgundy enthusiast, or enjoying a promising young Gevrey-Chambertin that will evolve beautifully with age.