Dom. Gerard Seguin Gevrey-Chambertin 1er LSJ 2024

Domaine Gérard Seguin Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru "Lavaux Saint-Jacques" 2024

The "Hidden Giant" – Old Vines and Cool Breezes

In March 2026, the 2024 Gérard Seguin Lavaux Saint-Jacques is emerging as a particularly precise and "transparent" expression of this famous Climat. While the neighbors in this vineyard include "superstars" like Rousseau and Dugat-Py, the Seguin family (led by Gérard and his son Jérôme) has quietly produced a 2024 that highlights the unique microclimate of the Combe de Lavaux.

The 2024 vintage was a return to a more "classical" Burgundian profile. After the heat of 2022 and 2023, 2024 provided a cooler growing season that suited this specific site perfectly. Because Lavaux Saint-Jacques sits at the mouth of a valley, it experiences dramatic temperature swings—hot days followed by cold night winds—which in 2024 resulted in wines with intense aromatic clarity and a vibrant, "nervy" energy.

🍷 Tasting Notes (2026 "En Primeur" Perspective)

The 2024 from Seguin is noted for being "less about muscle and more about movement."

• The Nose: Floral and High-Toned. It opens with a "perfumed" bouquet of red cherries, wild raspberries, and violets. As it breathes, it reveals the classic Gevrey earthiness: damp stones, licorice, and a subtle hint of roasted coffee from the carefully managed oak.

• The Palate: Elegant and Persistent. The entry is surprisingly supple. Thanks to the 80–90 year old vines, there is a natural density that doesn't feel heavy. You’ll find layers of crunchy red fruit supported by fine, polished tannins and a "saline" mineral streak.

• The Finish: Long and Linear. It concludes with a refreshing, mouth-watering finish of cranberry and spice, showing great "drive" and length.

📋 Technical Snapshot

Pro Tip

Gérard Seguin's wines are often described as "supple and textured" compared to the harder, more tannic Gevreys from the south of the village.

The Serving Tip: Serve at 16°C. For the 2024, decanting for 1 hour is recommended to help the "stony" mineral notes soften and allow the old-vine floral aromatics to take center stage.

The Pairing:

• The "Connoisseur" Match: Its elegant structure and high-toned fruit make it a perfect partner for Roasted Pheasant or Civet de lièvre (Hare stew) with lingonberries.

• The "Terroir" Match: Excellent with Epoisses cheese—the wine's acidity cuts through the pungent creaminess of the cheese perfectly.

• Finnish Twist: Pair it with Grilled Duck Breast served with a dark cherry and thyme sauce. The wine's red fruit and spice notes will act as a mirror to the dish's flavors.