Chambertin Clos de Bèze Grand Cru

About this wine

Domaine Bruno Clair produces this exceptional Grand Cru from the historic Clos de Bèze vineyard in Gevrey-Chambertin. The wine is renowned for its profound complexity, structural elegance, and remarkable aging potential. Sourced from old vines, it exhibits intense aromas of black cherry, forest floor, and exotic spices, supported by fine-grained tannins and a persistent, mineral-driven finish. It represents the pinnacle of Bruno Clair's portfolio, capturing the unique terroir of one of Burgundy's most prestigious sites with precision and grace.

Sommelier's Note

"An absolute masterpiece that must be experienced at least once — the definitive expression of Clos de Bèze."

Food Pairings

Pairs perfectly with roasted game, truffle-infused dishes, aged Comté cheese, and Wagyu beef steak. Also excellent with duck confit and richly sauced red meat preparations.

When to drink it

Ideal for milestone celebrations, formal dinners, or as a centerpiece for a serious collector's tasting.

Specs

Grape Varieties

Pinot Noir

Style

Red

Price Range

¥45,000–70,000

Terroir & Winemaking

The grapes are hand-harvested and meticulously sorted. Fermentation occurs in temperature-controlled wooden vats with indigenous yeasts. The wine is aged in French oak barrels (a significant proportion being new) for 16 to 22 months, depending on the vintage, with minimal intervention to preserve the purity of the fruit.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Chambertin Clos de Bèze taste like?

It offers a complex profile of dark berries, violets, forest floor, and refined spices with an exceptionally long, mineral-driven finish.

What food pairs best with this wine?

Rich, savory dishes excel — roasted game, truffles, aged hard cheeses, or high-quality Wagyu beef are ideal companions.

When is the best time to drink it?

It requires at least 10 to 15 years of cellaring to reach its peak, though it can age gracefully for several decades.

How does Clos de Bèze differ from Chambertin?

Clos de Bèze is actually the older vineyard and its wine can legally be sold as Chambertin, but not vice versa. Bruno Clair's Clos de Bèze tends to show a slightly more perfumed, silkier character compared to the broader power of Chambertin.

How should I serve this wine?

Serve at 15–17°C in a large Burgundy glass. Decant for at least one hour, or two hours for younger vintages, to allow the complex aromatics to fully open.