Definition: Mazis-Chambertin AOC

Côte-de-Nuits region in Burgundy. Production area located roughly halfway between Dijon and Nuits-Saint-Georges, more precisely within plots in the commune of Gevrey-Chambertin in the Côte-d'Or department. Classified as an AOC grand cru in 1937. Area under production: nearly 9 hectares. Exclusively vinified as red wine. Grey grape varieties: Pinot Beurot; black grape varieties: Pinot Noir and Pinot Liébault. The incorporation of white and grey grape varieties such as Chardonnay and Pinots into the vineyards is permitted, provided that they do not exceed 15%. It can be kept for a very long time, from 6 to 20 years. Ideal serving temperature: between 16 and 17°C. Best enjoyed with: preferably game.