Domaine Guillon & Fils – Gevrey-Chambertin Cuvée Alexis 2016 – Burgundy France

Domaine Guillon & Fils Gevrey-Chambertin Cuvée Alexis 2016 is a concentrated old-vine Pinot Noir crafted from 60- to 65-year-old vines in Gevrey-Chambertin. First introduced in 2008 and named after Alexis Guillon, this cuvée combines the power of mature vines with the elegance and precision of classic Burgundy.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: 100% Pinot Noir
• Region: Gevrey-Chambertin, Burgundy, France
• Vintage: 2016
• Vine Age: 60–65 years
• Alcohol: 13% ABV
• Style: Structured, old-vine Burgundy with aging potential

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Body: Medium to full-bodied
• Fruit: Dark currant, black cherry, ripe redcurrant
• Savory: Forest floor, earth, spice, sauvage notes
• Structure: Fine yet firm tannins, concentrated palate, long finish

Produced from mature vines, Cuvée Alexis delivers impressive concentration while maintaining balance and freshness. Layers of dark fruit intertwine with earthy, woodland nuances and subtle spice, supported by fine tannins that give the wine excellent structure and the potential to develop beautifully with additional bottle age.

❤️ Why We Love It

• Produced exclusively from 60- to 65-year-old vines
• Named after Alexis Guillon and first released in 2008
• Combines old-vine concentration with classic Gevrey-Chambertin elegance

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Roast duck or pheasant
• Beef Wellington
• Braised short ribs
• Aged Comté or Époisses

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Collectors looking for cellar-worthy village Burgundy
✓ Fans of old-vine Pinot Noir with depth and complexity
✓ Drinkers who appreciate earthy, terroir-driven expressions of Gevrey-Chambertin
✕ Not ideal if you prefer light, fruit-forward Pinot Noir meant for immediate drinking