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Côte de Nuits
Domaine Armand Rousseau
1 in stock
ROBERT PARKER "The ruby-colored 1997 Gevrey-Chambertin Clos St. Jacques has a floral, black/red berry-scented nose. This silky-textured, medium-to-full-bodied, broad, complex, and expansive offering is flavored with jammy berry fruit. Its extremely long finish blossoms with additional layers of fruit in the oft-mentioned but rarely encountered "peacock's tail" effect. Projected maturity: now-2008."
Category: Côte de Nuits, 1er Cru, Burgundy, France, Pinot Noir, Red, Wine
Clos Saint-Jacques Gevrey-Chambertin Premier Cru 1997 stands as an exceptional embodiment of Burgundy’s vinicultural heritage. Harvested from one of the Côte de Nuits’ most revered terroirs, this 1997 vintage offers a rare glimpse into an esteemed era of winemaking that few bottles now represent. Known for its exclusivity and revered Premier Cru status, Clos Saint-Jacques commands attention not only for its refined complexity but also as an investment-grade collectible cherished among connoisseurs worldwide.
Crafted from meticulously handpicked Pinot Noir grapes, this wine benefits from traditional Burgundian vinification techniques emphasizing slow fermentation and aging in French oak barrels for over 18 months. The vineyard’s unique limestone-rich soil imparts a distinctive minerality and balanced acidity rare in other Côte de Nuits wines.
Collectors value its aging potential, as the 1997 vintage has evolved beautifully over nearly three decades, revealing nuanced layers that set it apart from contemporary vintages.
Clos Saint-Jacques enjoys a storied legacy as one of Gevrey-Chambertin’s most prestigious Premier Crus. Its production is tightly limited, ensuring rarity that fuels demand among discerning investors and collectors. Market trends show steady appreciation for wines from this plot, recognized for uncompromising quality and heritage dating back centuries.
Owning a bottle from the 1997 harvest not only promises remarkable enjoyment but also a tangible link to Burgundy’s illustrious viticultural past.
This 1997 Clos Saint-Jacques offers an alluring bouquet of ripe cherry, forest floor, and delicate floral notes, leading to a palate rich with blackcurrant, plum, and subtle spice, culminating in a long, velvety finish. For optimal experience, decant for one hour before serving at 16-18°C.
Ideal to accompany game dishes, roasted duck, or matured cheeses, this wine rewards both contemplative tasting and fine dining settings. Proper storage in a cool, humid cellar will preserve its exceptional character for years to come.
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