Description
RED CELLAR TRIO WINE CLUB SELECTION
Château Cambon began as a project of three friends: the late Marcel Lapierre, Marie Lapierre and Jean-Claude Chanudet. The trio discovered a gem of a property just outside the edges of Morgon and Brouilly and realized that, despite being designated outside the grand cru status, it held prestige beyond title. Avid proponents and practitioners of biodynamics and the natural winemaking philosophies of Jules Chauvet, they were pleased to find land and vines planted in 1914 that had gone unspoiled by the modern age of chemical fertilizers and pesticides. Whole bunches are spontaneously fermented in old oak foudres with semi-carbonic maceration, which Marie calls “the most appropriate fermentation style for Gamay”. In 2022, Alexandre Iwasuila joined the estate to gradually take over its management; bringing fresh energy while upholding its traditions, Alexandre continues to cultivate the vineyards and make wines that continue to bear the hallmark of the late, great Marcel Lapierre.
100% biodynamically farmed Gamay from 65-year-old vines located in the village of Saint Lager (lieux-dits of Bel Air and Briante) facing the Mont Brouilly. The grapes were hand-picked and naturally fermented with a semi-carbonic maceration which lasted 15 days without using any additives. Aged for nine months in old oak casks. The wine was estate bottled, in the following spring with minimal sulfur. This delicious, fruity red is nicely perfumed and bursting with juicy flavors of fresh strawberry, red cherry and raspberry, complemented by a subtle herbaceousness and hint of violets. A pleasure to drink, with ample acidity, light tannins, a smooth texture and a graceful, lingering finish.
