At a glance

Producer

Jean-Michel Guillon

Region

Gevrey-Chambertin, Burgundy, France

Grape variety

Pinot Noir

Wine type

Red

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$80-$120

Tasting profile

Earthy red fruit, mushroom, subtle spice, forest floor aromas with refined tannins and fresh acidity.

Evolution: Will develop greater complexity, tertiary notes of leather, truffle, and more pronounced minerality.

At peak: Balanced, silky texture with nuanced aromatics and long, elegant finish.

Structure

Acidity

Bright and fresh acidity typical of top Burgundy

Tannins

Firm, ripe tannins balanced with good integration

Alcohol

13.5%

Aging potential

High - 25 to 35+ years total, depending on cellar conditions

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2025 to 2035

Optimal window

2020 to 2040

Current status

Approaching early maturity with excellent aging potential

Current condition

Wine is settling into secondary aromas with softened tannins; still has robust structure for continued aging.

The 2011 vintage in Gevrey-Chambertin produced structured yet approachable wines; top Premier Cru sites like Les Champeaux generally offer prolonged aging potential. This wine has now integrated initial fruitiness into more complex secondary and tertiary characters, signaling an approaching peak window.

Food pairing

Pairs beautifully with roasted duck, game birds, mild mushroom risotto, beef bourguignon, and aged French cheeses.

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (45 minutes to 1 hour) — To fully reveal nuanced aromatics and soften still firm tannins, enhancing early enjoyment while preserving potential.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Focus on minimal chemical intervention, careful vineyard management, hand harvesting, and energy-conscious cellar operations.

Jean-Michel Guillon applies thoughtful sustainable farming techniques customary for quality Burgundy producers though lacks formal certifications from 2011 vintage era. The small estate scale encourages lower overall environmental footprint than large industrial producers.