Camille Giroud Chambertin Grand Cru 2018 is an exceptional expression from one of Burgundy’s most legendary Grand Cru vineyards. This vintage captures the hallmark traits of Chambertin—depth, precision, and finesse—crafted by the skilled hands of Camille Giroud’s winemaking team. With its combination of power and elegance, it reflects both the legacy of this historic terroir and the house’s commitment to quality.
The name Chambertin dates back to a Burgundian farmer who owned land adjacent to the Clos de Bèze vineyard. Known for his exceptional wines, the field eventually adopted the name “Chambertin,” evolving from the phrase “Champs de Bertin” over the centuries into common usage by the 13th century.
This Grand Cru wine hails from vines planted in the Chambertin climat of Gevrey-Chambertin. Situated at 270 metres above sea level with southeast exposure, the vineyard rests on calcareous brown soils formed from the weathering of Entroques limestone, along with marl rich in Ostrea acuminata fossils—elements that contribute to the wine’s minerality and structure.
Critics have celebrated the Camille Giroud Chambertin Grand Cru 2018 for its remarkable detail and layered complexity:
“The 2018 Chambertin Grand Cru is blended with 50% whole cluster and 30% new oak. It has quite a dense, powerful bouquet, a mixture of red and black fruit mixed with loamy, peaty aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins and a fine bead of acidity, conveying more energy than the Charmes-Chambertin and good grip on the finish. Excellent.”
— 92–94 points, Neal Martin, Vinous
“Three barrels from grapes they pick themselves. Not too deep in colour. Very fine, classy and detailed, though in youth the whole cluster effect (50%) does show through. Delicacy with power, a gorgeous detail and precision on the fruit, very persistent, fine-boned, dark fruit with some black notes—compelling.”
— 94–98 points, Jasper Morris, Inside Burgundy
“A subtle application of wood surrounds the well-layered nose of red and dark currant, spiced plum, freshly turned earth and a discreet whiff of smoked game. The intense and racy larger-scaled and stony flavors possess first-rate punch and power while delivering fine length on the somewhat curiously sweet and mildly warm finish.”
— 90–92 points, Allen Meadows, Burghound
