2009 Gevrey Chambertin Clos St Jacques
By Domaine Fourrier
2009 Gevrey Chambertin Clos St Jacques from Domaine Fourrier, Burgundy, France
In my storied career, spanning a palette of innumerable vintages, the 2009 Gevrey Chambertin Clos St Jacques from Domaine Fourrier resonates with a distinct clarity, evident of exceptional craftsmanship amidst complex climatic conditions. Exemplifying the confluence of human touch and nature's temperaments, this specific vintage magnifies the profound ensemble intrinsic to Clos St Jacques terroir.
Investment Meets Elegance: Domaine Fourrier's 2009 Vintage
Amongst oenophiles and investors alike, the 2009 vintage has cultivated a reputation for extraordinary balance and structure. The season's benevolent climate yielded fruit that Domaine Fourrier transformed into a seductive potion that continues to bewitch its audience. With ample time unfurling in bottle, this wine now presents a lavish tapestry of ripe red fruits interwoven with an earthy complexity and spice undertones—the hallmarks of a fine Gevrey Chambertin.
An Opulent Year Encapsulated
The 2009 growing season in Burgundy bestowed upon its vineyards a harmony of optimal ripeness and acidity, a vintage marked by its early promise and delivered greatness. In the glass, the 2009 Gevrey Chambertin Clos St Jacques from Domaine Fourrier, reveals a captivating bouquet, offering floral hints and dark cherry nuances. On the palate, its finely-knit tannins support a generous body, exhibiting the judicious use of oak that imparts an elegant frame without overshadowing the purity of fruit.
Concluding Notes on a Distinctive Investment
For collectors and serious investors, the 2009 Gevrey Chambertin Clos St Jacques from Domaine Fourrier showcases a remarkable combination of immediacy and potential for longevity. It stands as one of the multifaceted stars of its generation—a wine that not only reflects its celebrated lineage but also epitomizes the unique qualities that make the 2009 vintage one to have in any discerning cellar. An investment in this wine is not merely into the liquid contained within but into an experience garnished with history and potential for future appreciation.
Market price (SGD)
$12,270.00
12x75cl
Highest score
96
POP score
459.38
Scores and tasting notes
The 2009 Gevrey-Chambertin Clos St. Jacques is a seamless beauty laced with hard candy, perfumed cherries, kirsch and spices. The sweetest and silkiest of tannins caress the palate from start to finish as this sublime Burgundy conquers all of the senses. The laser-like, pure finish is breathtaking. Anticipated maturity: 2019-2034. Count me among the Burgundy fans who are thrilled Jean-Marie Fourrier chose not to pursue the career as a commercial airline pilot for which he studied. Fourrier began picking on September 17. In 2009 the fruit was destemmed. Cuvaison lasted around 14 days but Fourrier commented that he had an unusually high (50%) amount of shot berries, which had the effect of extending the fermentations for another week or so. The malos started and ended early, hence Fourrier decided to bottle early as well. Per his usual practice, Fourrier left the wines on the lees with no racking until the wines were prepared for bottling. On average the wines saw 20% new oak. I tasted all of the 2009s from bottle. Importer: Rosenthal Wine Merchant, Pine Plains, NY; tel. (800) 910-1990
Antonio Galloni - The Wine Advocate, 1 May 2011