Gevrey-Chambertin

Isn't Gevrey-Chambertin supposed to be on the label?

Generally, yes.  But....

"Roncevie" is a lieu-dit (vineyard) in the heart of...

How can that be? Why isn't Gevrey-Chambertin on the label?

Well, a little due diligence goes a long way.

"Roncevie" is a lieu-dit (vineyard) in the heart of Gevrey-Chambertin. In 1964, when the Gevrey appellation was reduced in size, the Arlaud family's parcel was declassified...

Half a hectare?! That's pretty small! In fact, it is a mere three acres of Gevrey-Chambertin, some of the finest Pinot Noir in Burgundy.

This terroir-driven Gevrey-Chambertin by Domaine Coillot is refined and - what we love most about it - expressive.

This plush Pinot is complex...