Gevrey-Chambertin Ostrea

The 2012 Gevrey-Chambertin Ostrea is made from grapes that come from four fossils-rich parcels located near the Brochon border. These parcels were planted in 1919. The name "Ostrea" comes from the oyster shells that are found in and around these parcels. The vines are farmed using biodynamic practices and all grapes are harvested by hand. They are sorted once in the vineyard and again in the winery, with up to 10% of the crop being rejected. The wine is made using traditional methods, with open vat fermentation using native yeasts, 30% stem inclusion and minimal use of sulphur. It is aged in French barriques, of which 30-75% is new depending on the vintage.