2026 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Pinot Noir
Classification Premier Cru
Region Beaune
Soil Calcareous clay soil overlying hard limestone and scree
Fermentation Vessels Thermoregulated wooden vats
Production Details For the producer's 2026 catalogue record, grapes are hand-picked and sorted at the winery. Fermenting maceration takes place in thermoregulated wooden vats for 18–21 days. Aging is in oak barrels for 14–16 months, with 20–30% new barrels. Recommended serving temperature is 15–16°C (59–61°F), and stated aging potential is 3–5 years or more.
Tasting Notes Delicate nose of red fruit (cherry and raspberry), spices and forest undergrowth; rich, fleshy palate with bold but silky tannins and a persistent finish.
Food Pairing Roasted or stewed red and white meats; medium-strength cheeses; rack of lamb with honey and rosemary.
Vintages
2020 Technical Specifications
Classification Premier Cru
Region Beaune
Soil Calcareous clay, Hard limestone, Scree
Maceration 18 days
Oak Aging 14 months
Oak Details 20% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak20%
Serving Temperature 15-16°C · 59-61°F
Production Details Handpiking, sorting of the grapes at the winery. Fermenting maceration in thermoregulated wooden vats for 18 to 21 days. Aging in oak barrels (20 to 30% new barrels) for 14 to 16 months.
Tasting Notes
red fruit (cherry, raspberry), spices, forest undergrowth
Food Pairing roasted or stewed red and white meats, medium cheeses, rack of lamb with honey and rosemary
Producer Information
Website
Address
6 Bis Boulevard Jacques Copeau, 21200 Beaune, France
Phone
+33 3 80 24 37 37
Owner
Albéric Bichot
Cellarmaster
Alain Serveau