2023 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Grape Varieties Pinot Noir
Classification Chassagne-Montrachet Premier Cru AOC
Region Chassagne-Montrachet
Oak Types French oak
Production Details The fruit was harvested by hand and destemmed before fermentation. Extraction was handled carefully during maceration, followed by élevage in French oak barrels.
Food Pairing Roast duck, guinea hen, veal, pork loin, roast chicken, mushroom dishes and œufs en meurette; game birds with bottle age.
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2022 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Grape Varieties 100% Pinot Noir
Classification Chassagne-Montrachet Premier Cru AOC
Region Chassagne-Montrachet
Soil Clay, Limestone and gravel
Orientation Southeasterly Exposure
Oak Types French oak
Production Details Hand harvested and destemmed before maceration and fermentation, with gentle extraction. The wine received approximately 12–15 months of élevage on the lees in French oak barrels, with roughly one-third new oak. The vines are stated to be at least 18 years old.
Tasting Notes Ripe red and dark fruit, spice, fine tannins and underlying freshness.
Food Pairing Roast duck, guinea hen, veal, pork loin, roast chicken, mushroom dishes, œufs en meurette and other traditional Burgundian preparations; game birds with additional bottle age.
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2018 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Grape Varieties Pinot Noir
Classification Chassagne-Montrachet Premier Cru
Region Chassagne-Montrachet
Soil Heavy red clay
Fermentation Vessels Tanks
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Production Details The grapes were harvested by hand and pressed; fermentation occurred in tanks before transfer to barrels. Gross lees were retained rather than settled out after pressing. The fact sheet specifies 12 months of aging in 30–35% new oak.
Tasting Notes Saturated red fruit and watermelon aromas with sweet tobacco, vanilla bean, spice and dried orange peel; sour cherry, pomegranate, wild strawberry and sweet plum flavors; polished, silky texture, fine tannins and a bright, persistent finish.