The 2008 Domaine Trapet Père et Fils Chapelle-Chambertin Grand Cru is a top-tier Pinot Noir from the Gevrey-Chambertin appellation in the Côte de Nuits, France. This fine wine blends Domaine Trapet's renowned biodynamic farming practices with the classic, high-acidity, and cool style of the 2008 vintage.
Wine Profile
- Winery: Domaine Trapet Père et Fils
- Region: Burgundy, France / Côte de Nuits / Gérôme-Chambertin / Chapelle-Chambertin Grand Cru
- Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Noir
- Flavor profile: Aromas of red fruit, sour cherry, and strawberry; firm and robust body; clean, vibrant, and mineral on the palate.
- Pairing suggestions: Pairs well with duck, goose, and game bird dishes.
Tasting Notes and Style
- Aroma: Bright red cherry and strawberry aromas, followed by hints of cocoa powder, dried rose petals, roasted meat, fresh herbs, and delicate earthy minerality, accompanied by subtle vanilla and oak notes.
- Palmistry: Full-bodied and pure, exhibiting excellent cohesion and tension. Its acidity is lively (tangy), tannins are silky and elastic, and the finish is intensely mineral with a long, lingering finish.
- Drinking Window: This wine is very tight and restrained when young. After years of aging, it has now entered its optimal drinking window (experts predict its peak could extend to 2023–2048).
Professional Rating
- Wine Advocate (Antonio Galloni): 95 points
- John Gilman: 94 points
- Average score: Approximately 93-94 points
