Clos Saint-Jacques Gevrey-Chambertin Premier Cru 1998

The 1998 Armand Rousseau Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Clos Saint-Jacques is a highly regarded Pinot Noir from one of the most prestigious producers in the Côte de Nuits region of Burgundy, France. This wine comes from a single vineyard, Clos Saint-Jacques, which is considered one of the best Premier Cru sites in Gevrey-Chambertin, renowned for its exceptional terroir and ability to produce wines of great depth and complexity.
Appearance: The wine is a deep, vibrant ruby color, showing its age with a slight garnet rim.
Nose: The bouquet is incredibly complex, with layers of red fruit such as ripe cherries, raspberries, and strawberries, along with earthy notes of underbrush, forest floor, and a hint of truffle. As the wine evolves, it reveals a beautiful balance of subtle spices, like cinnamon and clove, with floral notes of rose and violet. There is also an underlying minerality, characteristic of the terroir, with a touch of smoky oak.
Palate: On the palate, the wine is refined and elegant, showcasing a silky texture and a precise balance of fruit, acidity, and tannin. Flavors of dark berries, along with more savory notes of game and leather, emerge, supported by the wine’s firm structure and excellent depth. The tannins are fine and integrated, with a long, persistent finish that leaves a lasting impression of freshness and complexity.