2002 Magnum Gevrey Chambertin Lavaux Saint Jacques Domaine Gilles Burguet

📌 Description

Magnum Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru “Lavaux Saint-Jacques” 2002 – Domaine Gilles Burguet is a great Côte de Nuits Pinot Noir from a classic and elegant Burgundy vintage. The 2002 vintage, renowned for its balance and freshness, now offers a wine at harmonious maturity, combining aromatic finesse with structured depth. The magnum format enhances its evolution, bringing added complexity and layered nuance after more than two decades of ageing.

🍇 Grape Variety

100% Pinot Noir.

An evolved profile: black cherry, stewed raspberry, forest floor, truffle, fine leather, sweet spices, and mineral nuances.

🌍 Region / Country

Burgundy – Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru “Lavaux Saint-Jacques” (Côte de Nuits, France).

A prestigious Premier Cru site on clay-limestone soils, known for producing structured, deep, and elegant wines.

🌡️ Serving Temperature

Serve between 15 and 16 °C (59–61 °F).

A gentle decant of about 30 minutes is recommended.

⏳ Ageing Potential

Fully mature, with excellent stability in magnum.

• Now: pronounced tertiary complexity, integrated tannins, remarkable balance.

• Short to medium term: best enjoyed for its current fullness and finesse.

👁️ Appearance

• Color: deep garnet with brick highlights.

• Clarity: clear and brilliant.

• Legs: fine and regular.

👃 Nose

• Aromatic intensity: complex and elegant.

• First nose: evolved red and dark fruits.

• Second nose: truffle, leather, forest floor, fine spices.

👄 Palate

• Attack: supple and refined.

• Structure: melted tannins, vibrant freshness, silky texture.

• Dominant aromas: stewed red fruits, noble tertiary notes.

• Overall balance: harmonious and refined.

• Length: persistent, subtly spiced finish.

🍽️ Food Pairings

• Feathered game.

• Beef fillet in sauce.

• Mushroom or truffle-based dishes.

• Aged Burgundian cheeses.

⭐ Overall Impression / Style

A mature and elegant Premier Cru revealing the nobility of Lavaux Saint-Jacques in a classic, well-balanced vintage.