Domaine Fourrier Mazoyères Chambertin Grand Cru Vieille Vigne 2016
4.9
HK$2,565
750ml
Bottle
Vintage Character Domaine Fourrier Mazoyères‑Chambertin Grand Cru Vieille Vigne 2016 is a wine of impressive depth and refinement, sourced from old vines in this expansive Grand Cru vineyard that lies just below the famed Clos de Bèze and Chambertin. The 2016 vintage in Burgundy was marked by a challenging spring with frost and mildew, followed by a warm, dry summer and a fine September harvest; the result is a year celebrated for its concentration, purity, and classical balance.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing This cuvée opens with a complex bouquet of black cherry, blackberry, and cassis, layered with notes of violets, graphite, and earthy spice. On the palate, it is powerful yet precise, with dense fruit framed by firm but polished tannins, a vibrant line of acidity, and a mineral‑driven finish that lingers with dark fruit and savory undertones. Its grandeur makes it a superb partner for dishes such as braised beef short ribs, roast venison with juniper, or a firm, nutty cheese like aged Beaufort.
Winery Background Domaine Fourrier, based in Gevrey‑Chambertin, has become one of Burgundy’s most admired producers under Jean‑Marie Fourrier, who assumed control in 1994 after formative experience with Henri Jayer and Domaine Drouhin in Oregon. The domaine is renowned for its emphasis on old vines, meticulous vineyard care, and a philosophy of minimal intervention that allows terroir to shine. Grapes are almost entirely destemmed, fermented with native yeasts, and aged with restrained new oak (around 20%), with no fining or filtering and bottling done by hand. The Mazoyères‑Chambertin parcel, with its deep soils and cooler exposition, consistently yields wines of power and structure, and Fourrier’s sensitive approach captures both the muscularity of the site and the elegance of Pinot Noir. This combination has made the domaine’s Grand Cru bottlings highly sought after, offering both immediate appeal and long‑term cellaring potential