Chambertin

/ʃɑːmbɛrˈtæn/ noun

Definition

A famous red wine from Burgundy, France, specifically from the Chambertin vineyard region.

Etymology

From the French place name Chambertin in Burgundy, where the wine has been produced since medieval times. The vineyard's reputation made its name synonymous with high-quality burgundy wine.

Kelly Says

Chambertin wine became so famous that even Napoleon allegedly chose it as his travel wine, and the vineyard's name comes from a medieval hermit named Bertin who cultivated grapes there—literally named after an ancient winemaker!

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