At a glance

Producer

Domaine Fourrier

Region

Burgundy, France

Grape variety

Pinot Noir

Wine type

Red

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$90-$130

Tasting profile

Fresh red and dark berry fruit, subtle floral notes, firm minerality

Evolution: Will gain earthy complexity, forest floor, and mushroom notes with time

At peak: Elegant, nuanced, layered flavors with silky tannins and persistent finish

Structure

Acidity

Bright, balanced, and fresh

Tannins

Fine-grained and firmly structured

Alcohol

Approximately 13-13.5%

Aging potential

Strong aging potential of 20+ years due to vintage quality and producer style

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2030 to 2044

Optimal window

2025 to 2047

Current status

Approaching early drinking window, still developing

Current condition

Youthful with firm tannins and fresh acidity

Given Domaine Fourrier’s reputation for precise, terroir-driven wines, and the excellent 2019 vintage in Gevrey-Chambertin, the wine will develop complex tertiary characteristics while retaining freshness over two decades.

Food pairing

Pairs excellently with roasted game birds, duck breast, mushroom risotto, beef bourguignon, and soft aged cheeses

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (30-60 minutes) — To allow the wine’s aromatics to open and to soften youthful tannins

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 8/10

Minimal intervention winemaking, use of natural yeasts, low sulfur addition; vineyard work focused on soil health and biodiversity

Domaine Fourrier is widely recognized for applying sustainable farming techniques reflective of biodynamic principles, contributing to soil vitality, ecosystem health, and minimized chemical footprint. The modest carbon footprint of production is offset by exports, but packaging remains traditional with glass bottles and cork closures standard.