Domaine Joseph Roty – Gevrey-Chambertin Les Champs Chenys 2016 – Burgundy France

Domaine Joseph Roty Gevrey-Chambertin Champs Chenys 2016 is an old-vine Pinot Noir sourced from 50 to 100-year-old vines near the domaine's famed Charmes-Chambertin holdings. Combining remarkable concentration, floral finesse, and mineral precision, this is a village-level Gevrey-Chambertin that performs well beyond its classification.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: 100% Pinot Noir
• Region: Gevrey-Chambertin, Burgundy, France
• Vintage: 2016
• Vineyard: Champs Chenys
• Vine Age: 50–100 years old
• Alcohol: 13% ABV
• Style: Old-vine, mineral-driven Burgundy Pinot Noir

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Body: Medium-bodied
• Fruit: Cassis, black raspberry, blackberry, and dark berry fruit
• Floral: Delicate floral layers throughout
• Savory: Licorice, mocha, incense, earth, and animal notes
• Structure: Precise, focused palate with firm tannins, bright acidity, and persistent minerality

Produced from exceptionally old vines, Champs Chenys combines the depth and concentration of mature plant material with the precision that defines great Gevrey-Chambertin. Layers of cassis, raspberry, and dark fruit unfold alongside floral notes, spice, and earthy complexity. The palate is focused and energetic, finishing with impressive length and a cool mineral character that carries the wine long after the final sip.

❤️ Why We Love It

• Produced from 50–100-year-old vines
• Delivers Premier Cru-level complexity at the village level
• Combines old-vine concentration with freshness and minerality

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Roast duck breast
• Beef bourguignon
• Wild mushroom dishes
• Aged Comté cheese

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Lovers of old-vine Burgundy Pinot Noir
✓ Collectors seeking exceptional village-level Gevrey-Chambertin
✓ Drinkers who appreciate structure, minerality, and aging potential
✕ Not ideal if you prefer soft, fruit-forward reds

🏅 Scores & Reviews

• Vinous: 89-92 Points
• Wine Advocate: 90 Points

Production & Terroir

Located near the domaine's Charmes-Chambertin holdings, Champs Chenys is planted with vines ranging from 50 to 100 years of age. Domaine Joseph Roty's commitment to old vines, low yields, and traditional winemaking produces a wine of remarkable concentration, complexity, and longevity.