Joseph Drouhin
Chambertin Clos de Bèze Grand Cru
Chambertin-Clos de Bèze Grand Cru, France
2015
Vintage
Varietal
Pinot Noir
ABV
Where it is, June 2026
Too Young: holding.
In May 2026, the Drouhin 2015 Chambertin Clos de Beze is in the very early stage of its optimal drinking window and still quite tight by the standards of what it will eventually become. The drinking window for this grand cru opens fully in 2030, and while current patience is challenging given the wine's obvious quality, the structural logic for waiting is sound. Opening a bottle now with an extended, careful decant will reveal the wine's extraordinary aromatic profile and the filigree tannin texture that makes it special, but the full integration of the vintage's warmth with the terroir's mineral precision is still in progress. Those who taste this wine in 2026 will understand exactly why reviewers were effusive at barrel and why the 2035 to 2040 window represents the likely zenith of this extraordinary Burgundy. For now, treat any bottle opened as a privilege glimpse rather than full expression.
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The ‘15 Chambertin Clos de Bèze Grand Cru.
An effusively aromatic, filigree-tannin Chambertin Clos de Beze of crushing purity from a warm and opulent 2015 vintage, destined for its finest expression in the 2035-2040 window.
Drinking window
Tasting note
Joseph Drouhin's 2015 Chambertin Clos de Beze Grand Cru pours a luminous, deeply saturated garnet-ruby of exceptional clarity, a color that belongs to the upper tier of Gevrey-Chambertin's greatest terroirs in a superb vintage. The bouquet is, by any measure, one of the most compelling from Drouhin in a generation: the nose opens with a gorgeously pure and extraordinarily expressive cascade of crushed strawberry and pomegranate, followed by overripe blood orange, floral nuances of rose and violet, and a spice-box complexity of clove, cinnamon, and white pepper that speaks to the 2015 vintage's warm character and Drouhin's exquisite house style. Reviewers have called this bottling simply brilliant, and the word choice is defensible: few Burgundies achieve this level of purity and aromatic intensity simultaneously. On the palate, the Chambertin Clos de Beze is medium-bodied in the most deceptive way: the weight is less important than the texture, which is built from super-fine, almost filigree tannins of extraordinary refinement. These tannins carry the wine's flavors through a finish of ineffable length that lingers long after the glass is set down. Cassis, plum, red currant, and a warming spice note cycle through the conclusion in an extended aromatic meditation. This is among the finest Drouhin wines in decades.
The 2015 vintage
The 2015 Burgundy vintage is one of the most celebrated in the Cote de Nuits in decades, characterized by a summer of exceptional warmth that gifted the region with perfect phenolic ripeness and a richness of fruit character rarely seen in this northerly appellation. For Chambertin and the Clos de Beze specifically, the warm season amplified the terroir's characteristic depth and aromatic complexity without the heat stress or cooked character that can afflict warm Burgundy years. The 2015 at Gevrey-Chambertin produced wines of unusual opulence and weight by Burgundy standards, with ripe fruit, warming spice, and a richness of palate texture that puts them in the company of 2009 as the great hedonistic Burgundy vintages of the early twenty-first century.
About Joseph Drouhin
Joseph Drouhin is among Burgundy's most consistently excellent family-owned estates and negociant houses, holding some of the Cote de Nuits's most important grand cru parcels alongside the holdings of the Maison Drouhin operation. The Chambertin Clos de Beze is among the most prestigious wines in the Drouhin portfolio, produced from vines in Gevrey-Chambertin's greatest grand cru vineyard. Under Veronique Drouhin-Boss and with winemaking led by her siblings, the house continues to produce wines of extraordinary purity and precision that rank consistently among Burgundy's finest. The Drouhin Clos de Beze is a benchmark for the appellation's capacity for simultaneous power and delicacy.
From the cellar: pair with
Slow-roasted duck breast with pomegranate reduction and wild herbs
The pomegranate reduction directly mirrors the Drouhin Clos de Beze's extraordinary pomegranate and overripe fruit bouquet, creating a pairing of deliberate aromatic symmetry.
Venison loin with black currant jus and celeriac puree
The gamey depth of venison and the sweet-tart currant jus provide a platform that allows the 2015's rich, spice-box complexity to expand on the palate without being overshadowed.
Boeuf Bourguignon with pearl onions and lardons
The classic Burgundian braise is the natural partner for a wine from the heart of Gevrey-Chambertin, with the wine's own spice and red fruit character amplified by the slow-cooked sauce.
Service & cellaring
- Serving Temp
- 15-17C / 59-63F
- Decanting
- Decant for 90 minutes in a narrow tulip-shaped decanter that preserves the aromatic complexity without over-oxidizing the delicate floral notes. The wine is accessible now but is better with patience. If opening before 2030, give it maximum air and serve slightly warmer than usual to encourage opening.
- Cellar Storage
- 12-14C / 54-57F
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
When should I open the 2015 Drouhin Chambertin Clos de Beze?
The optimal window is 2035 to 2040, though the wine drinks from 2030. Opening before 2030 is possible with extended decanting but sacrifices integration that additional cellaring will provide freely.
How does the 2015 vintage compare to other strong Burgundy years?
The 2015 is often compared to 2009 as one of the richest, most opulent modern Burgundy vintages. Unlike leaner years that prioritize precision, 2015 delivers warmth, generosity, and immediate aromatic appeal alongside impressive structure.
Is Chambertin Clos de Beze among the best grand crus in Burgundy?
Yes, Chambertin Clos de Beze is consistently ranked among the four or five greatest grand cru vineyards in Burgundy alongside Musigny, Romanee-Conti, and Chambertin itself. The vineyard directly abuts Chambertin and shares its geology.
Why is the Drouhin version of Clos de Beze particularly sought after?
Drouhin's house style of precision, restraint, and purity is an ideal match for Chambertin Clos de Beze's naturally complex terroir. The estate's long ownership and biodynamic farming of this parcel produces wines that are consistently among the most refined in the appellation.