Domaine Armand Rousseau Ruchottes-Chambertin "Clos des Ruchottes" Grand Cru 2023 (750ml)

The Ruchottes-Chambertin appellation lies above Mazy-Chambertin and comprises three parts : le Clos des Ruchottes, les Ruchottes-Hauts and les Ruchottes-Bas.

The name ‘Ruchottes' comes from 'ruchots', designating the rocks that line the path at the bottom of the slope. The Clos des Ruchottes vineyard is exclusive to the Domain.

It lies on a level with Le Chambertin appellation. Two veins of rock run above and below the Clos, separating it from the rest of the appellation. It is a very rocky terrain, shallow and unfertile, composed of oolithic limestone from the Bathonian era, which crumbles during a frost. The character of the rock and the barrenness of the soil lend a light, nuanced colour to the wines as well as a fine, elegant body.

The proximity of the Combe Lavaux results in a longer growth cycle than the other Grand Crus, but gives an exceptional freshness to the wines.

They are mineral, incredibly delicate and fine and an exquisite expression of their terroir.

Cellaring potential: 20 to 30 years