2013 Gevrey Chambertin Cazetiers
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Medium red. Lively but restrained aromas of raspberry, mocha and violet. Wonderfully sweet and plush for premier cru, but with a distinctly juicy quality to its dark fruit flavors. With its spreading, fine-grained tannins, this very long, suave premier cru leaves the palate vibrating. The crop level here was a touch lower than in 2014, according to Bernstein: 33 hectoliters per hectare, vs. 35.
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Jancis Robinson MW
Jancis Robinson MW
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The 2013 Gevrey-Chambertin Les Cazetiers, from one of the very best sites in Gevrey, is wonderfully lifted and perfumed. Here, the energy of the vintage is expressed through a more understated set of textures and flavors. Red cherry, plum and floral notes grace the bright finish. This is a terrific example of the year.
(from 80-year-old vines): Bright, dark red. Rather carnal nose hints at licorice. Fatter than the Champeaux, with sweet dark berry flavors framed and enlivened by ripe, integrated acidity. Nicely broad on the back end, finishing with fine, mouthdusting, almost creamy tannins and excellent length.
Dark crimson. Earthier and headier than the Champeaux. Then really rather refined, sleek fruit on the palate with some stoniness. Very refreshing. Well built. (JR)
About the producer
Olivier Bernstein is among the most successful producers in Burgundy, setting the bar high for the growing number of micro-négociants in the region by producing wines that compete with those of the Côte d’Or’s finest domaines.