2017 Hubert Lignier, Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru - Magnum

Laurent Lignier's meticulous organic viticulture and "light touch" winemaking underscore the profound expression of his Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru, meticulously farmed from a small parcel of old vines within Mazoyères-Haut. This revered Gevrey-Chambertin site, characterized by its reddish, iron-rich clay-limestone soils over hard rock and an east-southeast exposure, imparts a distinct structural foundation. The 2017 vintage, marked by moderate yields and a balanced growing season, preserved a vibrant acidity and refined tannic structure, with less skin tannin development compared to some hotter years. This Pinot Noir magnum offers a concentrated yet transparent wine, exhibiting a seamless texture, inherent power, and an elegant mineral core, poised for extended evolution.