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RED BURGUNDY

Technical info:

Variety: Pinot Noir

Exposure: South, Southeast

Vineyard age: Planted 1995

Geology: Turonian type, pure chalk covered with sedimentary clay.

Vinification: Cold steeping for 5 days at about 12°C, then traditional fermentation.

Maturation: 70% of the harvest in stainless steel vats.

Ageing: This wine exalts its full fruitiness and finesse in its early years.

Tasting:

Serving temperature: 15° to 16°C

Colour: a fine purplish red, deep and with a lovely density

Nose: opens on stone fruits (cherry) and then continues with aromas of blackcurrant and blackberry.

In the mouthfeel: the flavours are harmonious with liquorice notes on a very comfortable structure. A spicy, powerful style brimming with energy

Food pairing: To be drunk with red meats, game, cheeses and all dishes calling for a quality red wine.

Awards:


	Concours du Salon de l'Agriculture de Paris, Gold Medal for the 1998 Concours du Grand Auxerrois, Gold Medal Burgondia d'Or for the 2000 Burgondia d'Or for the 2001 Concours du Grand Auxerrois, Gold Medal for the 2002 vintage

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