2021 Gevrey Chambertin Clos St Jacques
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Tasting notes
This domaine bottling has an aromatic lift and richer fruit than some of the 2021s. The palate is juicy with mouth-watering acidity, moderate in body and tannin. Pepper spice, herbaceous tones and floral perfume complement the red cherry fruit, building to a decidedly savoury finish.
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Neal Martin, Vinous
William Kelley, Wine Advocate
More reviews and scores
There are only seven barrels of the 2021 Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Clos Saint-Jacques (Domaine Louis Jadot), an attractively sensual wine evocative of cherries, plums, orange zest, smoke and spices. Medium to full-bodied, layered and concentrated, with a sweet core of fruit, powdery tannins and a penetrating finish, its quality is some compensation for the lack of quantity.
The 2021 Gevrey-Chambertin Clos Saint-Jacques ler Cru shows just a tiny reduction on the nose, reluctantly opening with brambly red fruit, undergrowth and Earl Grey aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with pliant tannins. It's quite "racy" in the mouth and a little tarry toward the finish. Presents good depth and length, though I find myself drawn more towards the Gevrey ler Cru. Just needs to find its "groove".
A glowing crimson colour. There is an impressive volume of fruit on the nose. Medium weight, lively raspberry and strawberry with a certain sweetness of fruit indicating a decent ripeness level. This does fill the mouth very juicily, the vintage enlivening the finish.
About the producer
Louis Jadot is arguably the most consistent négociant house in Burgundy. It has managed to straddle both the entry-level and fine wine market, while retaining respect in both.