Domaine Denis Mortet offers wines with a silky texture, endowed with a beautiful freshness. They feature concentrated substance, present yet elegant tannins, and remarkable balance. The aromatic profile is often complex, with notes of red and black fruits. The impression on the palate is persistent, a sign of excellent aging potential. The Gevrey-Chambertin wines are particularly successful.
Domaine Denis Mortet, located in Gevrey-Chambertin, is an essential benchmark of the Côte de Nuits. Its history is marked by a constant commitment to modernity and respect for the terroir.
Denis Mortet challenged Burgundian standards by developing mature wines with a sophisticated use of oak, signaling a revival of Burgundy wines. Following the passing of Denis Mortet, Claire Forestier provided an interlude before his son, Arnaud Mortet, took over the estate. Arnaud has steered the vinification of the Pinot Noirs toward greater softness, with less extraction and refined aging.
The estate excels in several prestigious appellations, including the Gevrey-Chambertin "Mes Cinq Terroirs," an iconic cuvée that illustrates the richness of Gevrey's soils. The range also includes the Gevrey-Chambertin "Les Champeaux," as well as prized Premier Crus such as the Gevrey-Chambertin "Lavaux Saint-Jacques." The Grand Crus, notably the Chambertin Grand Cru and the Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru, testify to the estate's ability to elevate the greatest terroirs of Burgundy. Domaine Denis Mortet embodies a beautiful family story dedicated to excellence in Gevrey-Chambertin.