The parcel
Clay-limestone; on the surface a layer of pebbles and clay on white limestone rock. South-East orientation; cool and sunny microclimate. Vineyard: Average age: 60 years, 12,000 vines/ha. Grape variety: Pinot noir fine type, quality rootstock 161-49. Culture: Environmentally friendly and sustainable.
Winemaking & ageing
Sorted whole bunches, without SO2, with punch-downs twice a day for 2.5 weeks. Alcoholic fermentation with indigenous yeasts. Malolactic fermentation in Burgundy barrels. Ageing: 17 months on the lees in Burgundy barrels, under reductive conditions, without racking, with lees stirring and no SO2.
Tasting notes
Wine from very calcareous soil. It is deep, elegant and straight at the same time. Its aromas are complex, with notes of red and black berries, sandalwood, rosewood and wildflowers topped with a touch of spice. Its flavor is refined and tasty. It will gain a little body with age.
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