GIVRY 1ER CRU ROUGE LA BRULEE 2019
La Paulee comes from a site next to the Givry village plot of En Bartias, just in the SW tip of the appellation. It’s south facing and is very steep delivering good drainage to a site only classified as Bourgogne. Low yielding hillside spot (45 hectolitres per hectare), made exactly the same as the 1er Cru’s. 0.5 of a hectare, average age of 10 years.
“Liqueur-like aromas of raspberry, plum and pretty spice nuances introduce succulent, even juicy, medium weight flavors that also conclude in a bitter cherry pit-inflected and youthfully finish that sufficiently firm to suggest that at least a few years of patience will be necessary” – 89-92 Burghound
Description: Unveil the allure of Burgundy with the 2019 Domaine François Lumpp Givry Rouge 1er Cru 'La Brûlée'. This exquisite red wine encapsulates the passion and precision of boutique winemaking, hailing from one of the most revered terroirs in Givry. Each 750 mL bottle is a testament to the unique climatic conditions of the vintage year, offering a robust yet elegant expression of Pinot Noir.
Tasting Notes: The 'La Brûlée' exudes aromas of ripe cherries and blackberries, woven together with subtle hints of vanilla and earthy spices. On the palate, it reveals a sophisticated array of red and dark fruits, complemented by silky tannins and a finely tuned acidity that leads to a lingering, polished finish. The integration of subtle oak adds depth and complexity, making each sip a memorable experience.
Vinification: Hand-harvested from the limestone-rich soils of Givry’s Premier Cru vineyards, the grapes undergo meticulous sorting and traditional vinification methods. Aged in French oak barrels, this wine strikes a graceful balance between fruit purity and nuanced terroir expression.
Critical Acclaim:
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Burghound: 92 points - "A standout in its category, offering a depth and complexity that is seldom seen in Givry wines. The 2019 vintage shines particularly bright, offering potential for aging while still being approachable in its youth.
La Paulee comes from a site next to the Givry village plot of En Bartias, just in the SW tip of the appellation. It’s south facing and is very steep delivering good drainage to a site only classified as Bourgogne. Low yielding hillside spot (45 hectolitres per hectare), made exactly the same as the 1er Cru’s. 0.5 of a hectare, average age of 10 years.
“Liqueur-like aromas of raspberry, plum and pretty spice nuances introduce succulent, even juicy, medium weight flavors that also conclude in a bitter cherry pit-inflected and youthfully finish that sufficiently firm to suggest that at least a few years of patience will be necessary” – 89-92 Burghound
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Wine Spectator: 90 points - "Vibrantly fresh and expressive, the 'La Brûlée' from Domaine François Lumpp showcases the potential of Givry's premier crus. A wine that is sure to delight enthusiasts seeking the elegance of Old World Pinot Noir."
Pairing Suggestions: Ideal with fine meats such as roasted duck or grilled lamb chops, this wine also pairs beautifully with earthy vegetables like mushrooms or hearty grain dishes. Its versatility makes it perfect for a sophisticated dinner party or a quiet evening by the fire.
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Update on estate by William Kelley – The Wine Advocate – visit in July 2021
“Pierre and Anne-Cécile Lumpp are now taking over the reins at this Côte Chalonnaise reference point, and the 2019 vintage confirms that they are building on the success of their parents, as it’s the most brilliant I’ve ever tasted at this address. Farming is organic without certification, and many of the Domaine's parcels have been replanted in the last couple of decades with superior vine material taken from Burgundy’s best domaines—something that’s essential if the Côte Chalonnaise is to make qualitative progress. In the winery, the Lumpp family eschews stylistic extremes in the cellar, fermenting destemmed fruit with temperature control and maturing their wines in barrels: 70% new for the reds and 30% new for the whites. As I’ve written, these bottles are a staple of France’s best restaurants’ wine lists for good reason; and the sumptuous, succulent and expressive 2019 vintage merits especially ardent pursuit”
THE ESTATE
Francois and Isabelle Lumpp own this frankly amazing 9 hectare domaine in Givry and for the those in the know it’s so much more than it AOP title. So often the collector and sommelier dismiss the wines of Givry vs their royal counterparts in Cote d’Or. These are superstar wines that are simply ridiculous value for high quality red Burgundy. I first discovered Francois Lumpp’s wines via a ‘tip off’ from Mounir Saouma, owner of the iconic Lucien le Moine wines of Burgundy. Francois inherited his families vineyards in the late 1970’s and then started his own label in 1991. He is focused entirely on the best premier cru sites of Givry. Givry so often confused with its more famous brother Gevry in the Cote d’Or but can produce stunning Pinot Noir of structure and finesse, particularly when handled by Francois.
THE WINEMAKING
Whites are whole bunched pressed, left for 24 hours to settle under chilled conditions then a small racking off gross lees before going into tank to start the ferment then transferred to barrel. Damy & Taransaud cooperage used for the whites of which 30% is new. Francois emphasizes he gets barrels with very low toasting. No racking during elevage, 12 months.
Red’s are 100% destemmed, fermented in open top tanks. No racking after pressing and placed in Taransaud barrels of which 70% new. Anne Cecile (daughter) mentions that you can hardly see the toasting in the barrels it so light. No racking during elevage, 12 months.
THE VILLAGE OF GIVRY
Firstly, legally you can plant Chardonnay or Pinot Noir in any 1er Cru albeit most plant Pinot Noir. The appellation as Francois describes it can be split into 3 general zones. The northern part has red soils due to the iron oxide presence dotted with small particles of limestone. Clos Jus and Brulee Crus have the highest % on this iron influence, in fact Clos Jus is perhaps the Clos de Vougeot of the village in that the 1er Cru is divided among many growers. At the Southern end of the appellation is yellow soil (Marne) and lots of Calcare/Limestone, giving more elegance to the wines from this area (Crausot, La Plante, En Cras Long). The middle part shares across the plots a mix of the North and South soil types.
