2023 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 100% Pinot Noir
Drinking Window 2026–2043; peak 2031–2039
Region En la Rue de Vergy
Soil Extremely poor, Predominantly limestone soil, With vines planted directly on bedrock; the producer's standing sheet further identifies prémaux limestone and white oolites in the subsoil.
Fermentation Vessels Wooden vats
Oak Types Oak
Production Details Hand harvested with selective sorting in the vineyard. Vinification used 10–20% whole bunches followed by 10–15 days of maceration in wooden vats. Maturation lasted 18–20 months in oak barrels, approximately 30% new and 70% one- or two-year-old. The vines are described as about forty years old. Recommended serving temperature is 16–17°C.
Tasting Notes Juicy black fruit, violet, oriental spices, sandalwood and subtle truffle; supple, slender palate with present but already integrated tannins.
Food Pairing Roast squab with redcurrant jus and pea-and-mint mousseline
Vintages
2021 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 12.5%
Grape Varieties 100% Pinot Noir
Classification Morey-Saint-Denis AOC/AOP
Region En la Rue de Vergy
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Producer Information
Website
Address
5 rue du Vieux College, 21160 Marsannay-la-Cote, France
Phone
+33 3 80 52 28 95
Email
Owner
Bruno Clair
Cellarmaster
Edouard Clair and Arthur Clair