🏰news | features + short tasting note 【A Complex and Energetic Premier Cru from a "Challenging but Rewarding" Vintage】The Dujac Gevrey Chambertin Aux Combottes 1er Cru 2013 comes from a Burgundy vintage that was considered challenging but ultimately rewarding for those who practiced strict sorting. While some initial tastings found it a bit edgy or short, others describe it as intensely perfumed and light on its feet, with notable depth and a captivating crescendo of flavors on the finish. It has been praised for its explosive nose of moist, freshly tilled earth, spices, dried cherries, and rose petals, evolving into a complex wine with bracing acidity and surprising tannins, indicating serious aging potential. This Premier Cru offers a fascinating interplay of red fruit, mineral, and earthy notes, characteristic of Dujac's style. 🍴 Chinese Cantonese food pairing various types of suggestion east or west corresponding to wine cost IN ENGLISH This complex Gevrey Chambertin 1er Cru would be an excellent match for refined Cantonese roasted meats like crispy skin pork belly or roasted duck. Its earthy and red fruit notes also complement braised pigeon or mushroom-based dishes. For Western cuisine, classic pairings include roasted game birds such as pheasant or partridge, beef bourguignon, or a delicate truffle pasta. Medium-aged cheeses like Comté or Gruyère would also be a good choice. 🥂 fit for event suggestion IN ENGLISH Ideal for a special dinner with discerning guests, a Burgundy-focused tasting, or a celebration where a nuanced and evolving red wine is desired. Its aging potential makes it a valuable addition to a cellar. Serve at cellar temperature, around 16-18°C (60-64°F), and consider decanting for 1-2 hours to allow its complex aromas to fully express themselves.