Domaine Leroy   Gevrey les Combottes

2015 Gevrey les Combottes

By Domaine Leroy

2015 Gevrey les Combottes from Domaine Leroy, Burgundy, France

In the realm of Burgundian excellence, the 2015 Gevrey les Combottes from Domaine Leroy heralds a vintage that is nothing short of remarkable. The year 2015 in Burgundy was blessed with an almost dreamlike growing season, one that combined ample sunshine with a serendipitous coolness at night, bequeathing the grapes with the opulence of ripe fruit whilst retaining that quintessential freshness.

 

Pinnacle of Precision: A Noteworthy Vintage

Domaine Leroy's interpretation of this vintage radiates with an intricate play between power and elegance—a hallmark of their storied winemaking philosophy. Lalou Bize-Leroy's stewardship over the estate ensures that biodynamic practices breathe life not only into the wines but also into the very terroir from which they spring. The 2015 Gevrey les Combottes is no exception, with its layers of complexity that are the embodiment of Gevrey-Chambertin's sublime expression.

 

Character and Complexity: The Essence of 2015

One encounters a bouquet brimming with red and black cherries interlaced with earthy undertones and a fine-tuned minerality that pays homage to its prestigious terroir. On the palate, the wine unravels with a dignified intensity, showcasing silky tannins and an enduring finish that succinctly captures the spirit of this outstanding vintage.

For fine wine investors looking towards Burgundy, 2015 stands out as a year where nature conversed harmoniously with the vintners' aspirations. The 2015 Gevrey les Combottes from Domaine Leroy embodies this conversation in each sip—a collector’s piece that will continue to unfold its narrative for decades to come.

In conclusion, when considering an addition to one's fine wine portfolio, the astute investor will recognise in the 2015 Gevrey les Combottes a paragon of Burgundian virtuosity—a vintage specific star attributed to meticulous craftsmanship and an exceptional season. The Domaine Leroy offering from this year promises not only a journey through the storied vineyards of Gevrey-Chambertin but also a compelling chapter for any discerning collection.

Current market price

$115,340.00

12x75cl

Highest score

94

POP score

4950

Scores and tasting notes

94

The 2015 Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Les Combottes offers up a deep-pitched bouquet of wild berries, spice, orange peel and grilled meat. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and multidimensional, with a fine-grained chassis of tannin that's more assertive than the structuring elements of the Chambolle-Musigny Les Charmes or the Vosne Aux Brulées and which nods to the authority of Clos de la Roche in its profile. The finish is long, ripe and sapid.

William Kelley - The Wine Advocate, 29 March 2018

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