2023 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Pinot Noir
Drinking Window Optimal consumption 8–13 years; ageing potential 15 years
Classification Premier Cru
Region Les Rugiens
Soil Clay and limestone with a high iron content
Fermentation Vessels Small open vats
Pressing Method Vertical Press
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Oak Types Oak grown in French high forests
Serving Temperature 16°C · 61°F
Production Details Hand-harvested in open-work crates, with careful sorting if necessary; totally destemmed; fermented and macerated for 2–3 weeks in small open vats with punch-downs and pump-overs; press-end fractions separated by tasting. Matured in oak barrels for 14–16 months, including 20–25% new barrels.
Tasting Notes Véronique Boss-Drouhin describes a rich, powerful and structured wine with firm tannins softened by a velvety texture, red and black fruit, mineral notes and a long, flavourful finish. The page's 2023 vintage section additionally notes ripe red and black berries and smooth, long, complex palates for the vintage's Pinot Noirs.
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2011 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Pinot Noir
Drinking Window Optimal consumption 5–8 years; ageing potential 10 years
Classification Premier Cru
Region Les Rugiens
Soil Clay and limestone with a high iron content
Fermentation Vessels Small open vats
Pressing Method Vertical Press
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Oak Types Oak grown in French high forests
Serving Temperature 16°C · 61°F
Production Details Hand-harvested in open-work crates, with careful sorting if necessary; totally destemmed; fermented and macerated for 2–3 weeks in small open vats with punch-downs and pump-overs; press-end fractions separated by tasting. Matured in oak barrels for 14–16 months, including 20–25% new barrels.
Tasting Notes Véronique Boss-Drouhin describes a rich, powerful and structured wine with firm tannins softened by a velvety texture, red and black fruit, mineral notes and a long, flavourful finish. The page characterizes the 2011 reds by black fruit, spices, round tannins and balanced, ready-to-drink form.
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2010 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Pinot Noir
Drinking Window Optimal consumption 8–15 years; ageing potential 20 years
Classification Premier Cru
Region Les Rugiens
Soil Clay-limestone soil with a high iron content
Fermentation Vessels Small open vats
Pressing Method Vertical Press
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Oak Types Oak from French high forests
Serving Temperature 16°C · 61°F
Production Details Hand-harvested in open-work crates, with careful sorting if necessary; totally destemmed; fermented and macerated for 2–3 weeks in small open vats with punch-downs and pump-overs; press-end fractions separated by tasting. Matured in oak barrels for 14–16 months, including 20–25% new barrels.
Tasting Notes Véronique Boss-Drouhin describes a rich, powerful and structured wine with firm tannins softened by harmonious richness, red and black fruit, mineral notes and persistent aromas. The page characterizes 2010 as having breed, depth and length and as a charming great vintage.
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Producer Information
Website
Address
7 Rue d’Enfer, 21200 Beaune, France
Phone
+33 3 80 24 68 88
Owner
Drouhin family
Cellarmaster
Véronique Boss-Drouhin