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The Denis Mortet domaine, now led by Arnaud Mortet, carries Denis’s legacy forward with remarkable skill, preserving the mark of one of Gevrey-Chambertin’s great names. The “Mes Cinq Terroirs” cuvée embodies a singular vision: bringing together five distinct Gevrey origins in a single wine to express the mosaic of soils and climats. The 2022 release continues in that vein, drawn from a sunny yet balanced vintage, where the precision and energy of Pinot Noir shine brilliantly.
The 2022 Vintage in Gevrey
2022 in Burgundy was marked by generous sunshine and early ripening, but also by a lovely reserve of acidity preserved in the grapes. The overall style of the vintage leans toward dense textures and abundant fruit, without any excess heat. At Mortet, careful winemaking and precise aging helped preserve that structural freshness.
Tasting by the Oeni Team
Appearance
A deep ruby red, luminous, with violet highlights that speak to the wine’s youth. Its brightness and density hint at impressive concentration.
Nose
The nose opens immediately with expressive aromas: vivid notes of black cherry, ripe raspberry, and redcurrant. Gradually, the bouquet gains floral touches of peony and violet, then deeper layers of complexity: sweet spice, fine cocoa, and a hint of smoke that recalls beautifully integrated noble oak. A discreet mineral thread also emerges, evoking wet stone.
Palate
The palate is broad and juicy, driven by the purity of red and black fruit. The mid-palate stands out for its balance: dense, silky material, yet lifted by vibrant acidity that gives the wine pace and length. The tannins, still youthful, are fine but firm, promising excellent aging potential. The finish is persistent, leaving a lingering impression of crunchy red fruit, spice, and a subtle saline touch.
Structure and Potential
“Mes Cinq Terroirs” 2022 combines generosity and precision. It’s a wine you can enjoy today if you love youthful energy, but it will undoubtedly gain complexity over the next 8 to 12 years. Its mineral freshness and tannic balance point to a graceful evolution toward tertiary aromas of forest floor, fine leather, and truffle.
Food & Wine Pairings
This Gevrey-Chambertin will be an ideal match for a herb-roasted rack of lamb, guinea fowl with wild mushrooms, or aged soft cheeses such as Époisses and Langres. For a more contemporary pairing, try it with a creamy risotto with chanterelles.
Oeni Team Conclusion
Denis Mortet’s Gevrey-Chambertin “Mes Cinq Terroirs” 2022 perfectly illustrates the domaine’s ability to reveal the diversity of Gevrey’s climats in a style that is generous, elegant, and precise all at once. It’s a bottle that will appeal both to drinkers looking for immediate pleasure and to patient collectors. A must-have from the vintage.
