2020 Armand Heitz Le Chambertin

Domaine Armand Heitz, located in the village of Pommard, is a family affair that dates back to the 19th century. Having accumulated numerous plots large and small in many of the most prestigious locations in Burgundy, the family sold all of its grapes to the famed Maison Joseph Drouhin for many years. Upon entering the family business in 2011, Armand began reappropriating the family’s vineyards for use in its own brand. Often made in extraordinary small amounts and representing vineyards from the village to grand cru range, the wines of Armand Heitz have developed a fanatical following, from their least expensive to highly coveted bottling. Bid on Armand Heitz wine online on WineBid today!

Chambertin is a 32.5 acre Grand Cru vineyard in the Gevrey-Chambertin appellation. More than 25 proprietors own parcels, and some parcels are as small as about 50 square yards. The famous vineyard gets its name from a 7th century peasant, Monsieur Bertin. The name is assumed to come from the phrase “champ Bertin,” or Bertin’s field. Chambertin has an altitude that varies from 275 to 300 meters and is tucked under the Montagne de la Combe-Grisard, sheltering the site from strong winds. The soil is limestone, though there is also clay and gravel. Principal proprietors by acreage owned are Armand Rousseau, 5.38 acres; Jean and Jean-Louis Trapet, 4.75 acres; and Rossignol-Trapet, 4 acres.

This red wine is relatively light and can pair with a wide variety of foods. The grape prefers cooler climates and the wine is most often associated with Burgundy, Champagne and the U.S. west coast. Regional differences make it nearly as fickle as it is flexible.