Description
Hervé Kerlann’s Gevrey-Chambertin “Aux Ételois” 2022 comes from a lieu-dit situated within one of the most emblematic villages of the Côte de Nuits. Gevrey-Chambertin is renowned for producing some of the most powerful and structured Pinot Noirs in Burgundy, and this cuvée reflects that identity while highlighting the nuance of a specific site. “Aux Ételois” contributes a sense of depth and seriousness, combining fruit concentration with a firm mineral backbone.
The 2022 vintage in Burgundy is characterised by low yields, excellent ripeness and naturally concentrated wines, often combining richness with impressive balance. In Gevrey-Chambertin, this resulted in wines of notable density and aromatic intensity, while still retaining freshness and definition. The “Aux Ételois” cuvée captures this duality, showing both ripe fruit generosity and underlying tension.
The vineyard sits on classic Côte de Nuits limestone and marl soils, which are key to the appellation’s structure and ageing capacity. These soils contribute firmness and mineral drive, while the exposure and climate of the site allow for full phenolic ripeness. The result is a wine that naturally combines power with precision, particularly in a vintage as concentrated as 2020.
Vinification follows a traditional Burgundian approach, with careful sorting and controlled fermentation to ensure balanced extraction. The aim is to preserve the identity of the terroir while shaping tannins that are firm but refined. The wine is then aged in French oak barrels, with a measured proportion of new wood adding subtle spice and structure without dominating the fruit.
In the glass, the 2022 reveals a deep ruby colour and an intense aromatic profile of black cherry, cassis and ripe blackberry, layered with notes of forest floor, liquorice and fine spice. The palate is dense and structured, with firm yet polished tannins and a vibrant acidity that supports the wine’s richness. The finish is long, savoury and slightly mineral, reflecting both the power of Gevrey-Chambertin and the concentration of the vintage.
A serious and age-worthy Pinot Noir, “Aux Ételois” 2022 is best suited to medium-term cellaring but already shows impressive depth and coherence. It pairs naturally with game, roasted meats or rich mushroom dishes, and expresses the more powerful, structured face of Gevrey-Chambertin with clarity and confidence.
