Description

The 2020 Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Capita is the usual blend of fruit from the premiers crus En Ergot, Corbeaux and Combottes, supplemented by a visual selection of small-berried clusters from Petite Chapelle and Clos Prieur, though Trapet notes that this may be the cuvée s swan song, as his sons are keen to vinify these parcels separately.

Wafting from the glass with scents of cassis, dark berries, peonies, raw cocoa and spices, it s medium to full-bodied, velvety and layered, with terrific concentration, lively acids and an elegantly complete profile. Concentrated but beautifully refined, it s a fabulous wine in the making.