Domaine Perrot-Minot
Chambertin-Clos de Bèze Vieilles Vignes Grand Cru
Chambertin-Clos de Bèze Grand Cru, Gevrey-Chambertin
2015
Vintage
Varietal
Pinot Noir
ABV
Where it is, June 2026
At Peak: in the heart of its drinking window (2018-2039).
In 2026, the Domaine Perrot-Minot Chambertin-Clos de Bèze Vieilles Vignes Grand Cru 2015 is eight years into its peak drinking window, which opened in 2018 and extends through 2039, with 13 years of prime still ahead. The 2015 vintage in the Côte de Nuits was exceptional: rich, textured, and lush, yet with the balance provided by spring rains that offset the hot, dry summer. At eight years into the peak, this Clos de Bèze has moved through the phase of primary fruit dominance into a more integrated and complex expression. The commanding blackberry and dark fruit concentration documented at release has deepened, taking on earth, iron, and forest floor complexity that add dimension to the wine's powerful mid-palate. The firm but ripe tannins are well on their way to full resolution, providing a supple, textured grip rather than the iron-tight structure they showed in early youth. The long, mineral finish is the wine's most compelling attribute: persistent, precise, and underscored by the iron-tinged terroir character that distinguishes Clos de Bèze from any other Grand Cru vineyard in Gevrey-Chambertin. Drink confidently now through 2039.
The ‘15 Chambertin-Clos de Bèze Vieilles Vignes Grand Cru.
A commanding 2015 Chambertin-Clos de Bèze from Domaine Perrot-Minot, produced from old vines in one of Burgundy's two greatest Grand Crus, expressing rich textured concentration and iron-tinged mineral depth at mid-peak in 2026 with 13 years of prime ahead.
Drinking window
Tasting note
Deep, saturated ruby with purple-tinged intensity, this 2015 Chambertin-Clos de Bèze from Domaine Perrot-Minot radiates concentration and structure from the first pour. The nose is commanding and complex: blackberry, dark cherry, and black plum fruit of considerable depth lead the aromatics, followed by earth, iron, and forest floor in the secondary register, with violet and dried herbs woven through the whole. On the palate, the rich, textured body that characterizes both the 2015 vintage and the Perrot-Minot house style is fully in evidence: the mid-palate is dense and concentrated, with blackberry and dark fruit at its core, supported by firm yet ripe tannins that provide structure without severity. The iron-tinged mineral character of Clos de Bèze's ancient soils threads through the entire palate, providing the geological precision that distinguishes this Grand Cru from its neighbor Chambertin. The finish is long and mineral, with persistence and clarity that continue to reveal themselves long after the wine has left the glass. A wine of considerable power and presence, shaped by exceptional old vines and one of the decade's greatest Burgundy vintages.
The 2015 vintage
The 2015 vintage in Burgundy's Côte de Nuits is rated 98 points Classic by Wine Spectator, one of the highest ratings the region has received in recent decades. Wine Spectator noted that spring rains offset the hot, dry summer, resulting in lush and ripe yet balanced reds at all levels of quality. The growing season was marked by an extremely hot and dry summer following a spring with adequate rainfall, creating an ideal combination of concentration and balance: the moisture stored during spring kept vine stress manageable through the summer heat, while sustained warmth drove phenolic ripeness to exceptional levels. In Gevrey-Chambertin and across the Grand Cru belt, yields were moderate and quality was remarkably consistent from village level through Grand Cru. The resulting wines are rich, textured, and opulent, yet supported by the freshness and natural acidity that distinguish truly great Burgundy vintages. Now eleven years from harvest, the finest 2015 Gevrey Grand Crus are expressing their full character with confidence and depth.
About Domaine Perrot-Minot
Domaine Perrot-Minot is a small family estate in Morey-Saint-Denis, led by winemaker Christophe Perrot-Minot, who has transformed the domaine over the past two decades into one of the most critically acclaimed small producers in Gevrey-Chambertin. Christophe's approach is built on very low yields achieved through aggressive green harvesting, cold pre-fermentation maceration to extract color and aromatic depth without heat stress, and aging in a significant proportion of new French oak barrels that adds structure and spice complexity to the old-vine fruit. The Vieilles Vignes cuvées, made from the domaine's oldest vine parcels, represent the pinnacle of this philosophy: maximum concentration and old-vine complexity coexisting with the mineral precision that defines the finest Gevrey Grand Cru. The Chambertin-Clos de Bèze holding represents one of the domaine's most historically significant and prized parcels.
From the cellar: pair with
Beef Wellington or Tournedos Rossini
The commanding dark fruit concentration, iron-tinged mineral structure, and firm tannins of this Clos de Bèze are perfectly matched to beef Wellington, where the wine's terroir depth mirrors and elevates the beef's savory richness.
Braised Short Ribs with Root Vegetables
Rich, textured tannins and blackberry concentration provide the structural backbone needed for slow-braised short ribs, while the wine's earth and forest floor complexity adds a secondary aromatic dimension to the dish.
Aged Gruyère or Beaufort Cheese
The wine's firm mineral backbone and dark fruit concentration find natural resonance with the nutty, crystalline depth of aged mountain cheeses, where the cheese's richness softens the firm tannin profile and reveals the mineral complexity beneath.
Service & cellaring
- Serving Temp
- 62-64F (16-18C)
- Decanting
- Decant 60 to 90 minutes in 2026. The wine's commanding concentration and firm tannin structure benefit from extended aeration; the aromatic complexity and mineral depth will reward patience in the glass.
- Cellar Storage
- 55F (13C), 60-70% humidity, bottle on its side in darkness.
The drinking window on this bottle is calculated with the Cellared Ageability Index (CAI) v1.0, a 10-factor model. Try the free drinking window calculator on any wine, or read when to drink wine for the practical signals.
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Frequently Asked
Is the 2015 Perrot-Minot Chambertin-Clos de Bèze ready to drink in 2026?
Yes, and it is drinking well. Eight years into its peak window in 2026, the 2015 has moved past the primary tannin phase into a more integrated expression where the dark fruit, earth, and iron-tinged mineral complexity are all in compelling dialogue. With 13 more years of peak remaining through 2039, there is no urgency to open bottles, but those opened now with generous decanting will show a wine of impressive power and structure. Explore other wines from Gevrey-Chambertin through the [Burgundy wine region hub](/wines/region/burgundy).
How does Chambertin-Clos de Bèze differ from Chambertin?
Chambertin and Chambertin-Clos de Bèze are neighboring Grand Cru vineyards separated by a narrow path in Gevrey-Chambertin. Clos de Bèze has a longer recorded history (planted by monks in the 7th century) and is often described as slightly more structured and mineral in character than Chambertin, which tends toward a more open, aromatic expression. Producers may label their Clos de Bèze wine as Chambertin, but not vice versa. As a [Pinot Noir](/wines/varietal/pinot-noir), the Perrot-Minot [Chambertin Grand Cru Vieilles Vignes](/wines/domaine-perrot-minot/chambertin-grand-cru-vieilles-vignes/2019) offers a direct comparison across the path.
What is the Vieilles Vignes designation and why does it matter here?
The Vieilles Vignes designation at Domaine Perrot-Minot indicates that the wine comes from the oldest vine parcels within the estate's holdings in Chambertin-Clos de Bèze. Old vines naturally produce lower yields, concentrating sugars, polyphenols, and mineral compounds into fewer, smaller berries. Christophe Perrot-Minot's use of aggressive green harvesting further amplifies this natural concentration, producing a wine of commanding density and complexity that would not be achievable from younger plantings on the same ancient soil.
How should I cellar remaining bottles?
Store at 55F (13C) with 60 to 70 percent humidity in a dark, vibration-free environment. The peak window extends through 2039, with hard decline around 2048. Decant for at least 60 minutes before serving; the wine's firm tannin structure and old-vine concentration benefit from extended aeration. For comparison within the Perrot-Minot portfolio, the [2016 Chambertin Grand Cru Vieilles Vignes](/wines/domaine-perrot-minot/chambertin-grand-cru-vieilles-vignes/2016) and [2019](/wines/domaine-perrot-minot/chambertin-grand-cru-vieilles-vignes/2019) offer the neighboring vineyard at different development stages.