{"product_id":"dugat-py-gevrey-chambertin-evocelles-1999","title":"Dugat-Py Gevrey-Chambertin Evocelles 1999","description":"\u003cp\u003eDugat-Py’s Gevrey-Chambertin Les Evocelles 1999 is a beautifully matured Pinot Noir from one of the northernmost, cooler sites in Gevrey-Chambertin. With its old vines, tiny yields, and classic Burgundian precision, it offers a rare combination of power, finesse, and depth that reflects both the vineyard’s character and the producer’s uncompromising style.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMakuprofiili\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNow more than 25 years old, this wine shows a deep, fully evolved profile rather than youthful fruit intensity. The color would be expected to have softened with age, while the bouquet offers layered aromas of dried cherry, forest floor, truffle, and warm spice, all carried by a distinctly mineral edge. On the palate, the texture is silk-like and seamless, with fully integrated tannins and a long, elegant finish that lingers with mineral and earthy notes. This is a wine at a perfect stage for drinking now, though its balance and structure suggest it can continue to hold gracefully for a while longer.\n\nThe 1999 vintage brought ripe fruit and excellent balance, giving the wine both concentration and definition. It is a mature, classic expression of Evocelles, where the cool elegance of the site and Dugat-Py’s natural intensity come together in harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eViininvalmistus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLes Evocelles comes from a high-altitude, cool vineyard site north of Gevrey-Chambertin, where the limestone-rich, stony soils contribute lift, freshness, and precision. Dugat-Py farms very old vines here and keeps yields extremely low, allowing the fruit to achieve concentration without losing finesse. The grapes are hand-harvested, carefully sorted, fermented in small open vats, and then aged for around 18 months in new oak barrels, a regime that adds structure and complexity while respecting the vineyard’s mineral core.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRuoka \u0026amp; tarjoilu\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis mature Gevrey-Chambertin pairs beautifully with dishes that echo its earthy, savory depth: roast duck, game birds, mushroom risotto, beef tenderloin, or truffled dishes. It also works well with aged hard cheeses. Serve at around 16–18°C, and consider decanting briefly if the bottle shows reduction or sediment, though an older wine like this is often best handled gently and tasted after opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTuottaja\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDugat-Py is one of Burgundy’s most respected and sought-after producers, known for old vines, very low yields, and a deeply traditional yet uncompromising approach to winemaking. Based in Gevrey-Chambertin, the domaine has built a strong reputation for dense, age-worthy Pinot Noir that still reflects site specificity and balance. Its wines are widely admired for their intensity, structure, and ability to evolve beautifully over time, making the house a benchmark in the region.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dugat-Py","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49122402926834,"sku":"FW-189","price":401.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/4810\/5202\/files\/EvocellesNV_35d604a6-8c3f-4148-8fe5-aab9f0b87f52.png?v=1777475874","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.fi\/products\/dugat-py-gevrey-chambertin-evocelles-1999","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}