{"product_id":"clos-frantin-gevrey-chambertin-les-mutots-18oko","title":"Clos Frantin Gevrey-Chambertin \"Les Mutots\" 18ØKO","description":"\u003cp\u003eClos Frantin Gevrey-Chambertin \"Les Mutots\" 2018 is a characterful organic Pinot Noir from one of the most revered villages in Burgundy’s Côte de Nuits. Drawn from the single vineyard Les Mutots, it captures the muscular elegance and dark-fruited charm that make Gevrey-Chambertin so sought after. Produced by Domaine du Clos Frantin, the estate arm of Albert Bichot, this cuvée combines precise, modern craftsmanship with deeply rooted Burgundian tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, this Gevrey-Chambertin shows a deep, shimmering ruby color with garnet reflections toward the rim, hinting at both concentration and early evolution. On the nose, expect an inviting bouquet of black cherry, ripe raspberry and wild strawberry layered with notes of violet, rose petal and subtle forest floor. Underneath, classic Gevrey undertones emerge: hints of licorice, cracked pepper, smoked tea and a gentle touch of toasted oak and cocoa from barrel aging.\n\nThe palate is medium-bodied yet firmly structured, with the ripe 2018 vintage lending generous fruit wrapped around fine, chalky tannins. Flavors of dark cherry, red plum and crushed berries are laced with savory nuances of mushroom, game and earth, alongside a fresh mineral backbone that keeps everything poised. The finish is long, vibrant and delicately spicy, suggesting further complexity to come. While already approachable with a short decant, this wine has the structure and balance to age gracefully for 8–12 years from vintage, developing more tertiary notes of sous-bois, truffle and dried flowers over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLes Mutots lies within the Gevrey-Chambertin appellation in the northern Côte de Nuits, where limestone-rich soils with layers of clay and marl give Pinot Noir both depth and tension. Domaine du Clos Frantin farms its vineyards with great care, eliminating chemical growth promoters in favor of natural fertilizers and, when needed, practicing green harvesting to limit yields and enhance concentration. Grapes are harvested by hand with strict selection in the vineyard to ensure only perfectly ripe, healthy bunches make it to the cellar. Vinification takes place in the winery at Nuits-Saint-Georges, where a philosophy of minimal intervention prevails: gravity, rather than pumps, is used to move the wine, preserving aromatics and texture. Traditional fermentation in vats with careful temperature control, followed by aging in French oak barrels (with a judicious use of new oak), allows the wine to express its vineyard character clearly while gaining subtle complexity and refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Gevrey-Chambertin is a natural partner for refined yet flavorful dishes: think roast duck breast with cherries, herb-crusted lamb, coq au vin, game birds, or veal with wild mushrooms. It also shines alongside earthy vegetarian fare such as mushroom risotto, lentil and root vegetable casseroles, truffle-infused dishes and aged hard cheeses like Comté or Gruyère. Serve at 15–17°C (59–63°F) to highlight its aromatics and silky texture. For optimal expression, open the bottle 30–60 minutes before serving, or give it a gentle decant when young to soften the tannins and let the bouquet fully unfold.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDomaine du Clos Frantin is the Côte de Nuits jewel in the portfolio of Maison Albert Bichot, which has owned the estate since 1967. Its 13 hectares of vines are spread across some of Burgundy’s most prestigious villages—Flagey-Echezeaux, Gevrey-Chambertin, Vosne-Romanée and Vougeot—with around 8 hectares classified as Premier and Grand Cru, including a tiny parcel in the legendary Richebourg. While Albert Bichot is a major négociant, the domaine holdings are managed with the precision and low-yield philosophy more commonly associated with small elite growers. Investments in meticulous vineyard work, reduced crop loads and a gravity-fed winery in Nuits-Saint-Georges have firmly established Clos Frantin among the serious names in the region, producing wines that faithfully reflect their individual terroirs rather than a fixed house style.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine du Clos Frantin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54256368419153,"sku":"VRF0140","price":93.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/Roedvin-frankrig-bourgogne-pinot-noir-albert-bichot-gevrey-chambertin-les-murots-2018-domaine-du-clos-frantin-vinogvelsmag.png?v=1783463590","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/clos-frantin-gevrey-chambertin-les-mutots-18oko","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}