2018 Domaine Armand Rousseau, Gevrey-Chambertin, Clos du Chateau

Domaine Armand Rousseau is a historic estate based in Gevrey-Chambertin, known for being one of the first producers in Burgundy to bottle its own wine in the 1930s. This specific wine is made from Pinot Noir grown in the Clos du Château, a vineyard site surrounding the historic château that became part of the family’s holdings in 2012. In the glass, it displays bright red cherry and raspberry fruit layered with hints of earth and forest floor, all held together by fine tannins and a structured, mineral-driven backbone. The 2018 vintage provided a warm, stable growing season, resulting in a wine that possesses both excellent richness and a vibrant, balanced character. This bottle is ready to enjoy now for its immediate charm, though it retains the depth necessary for further development in the cellar.