2023 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 100% Pinot Noir
Drinking Window Optimal consumption: 8 to 13 years; ageing potential: 15 years
Classification Village wine
Region Vosne-Romanee
Soil Chalky marl with excellent drainage and exposure ideally suited to pinot noir
Fermentation Vessels Small open vats
Pressing Method Vertical Press; Press Ends Separated Based On Tasting
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Oak Types Oak grown in French high forests
Serving Temperature 16°C · 61°F
Production Details Grapes and musts are purchased from supply partners under rigorous specifications. Grapes are hand-harvested in open-work crates and carefully sorted if necessary, followed by total destemming. Fermentation and maceration last 2–3 weeks with punch-downs and pump-overs. Maturation lasts 14–16 months in oak barrels, including 20–25% new barrels. The sheet also expresses the service temperature as 61–62°F.
Tasting Notes Véronique Boss-Drouhin: intense, bright colour; wild cherry, nutmeg, camphor wood, fine leather and later truffle; balanced, fleshy and sturdy body; powerful, long finish
2022 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 100% Pinot Noir
Drinking Window Optimal consumption: 8 to 13 years; ageing potential: 15 years
Classification Village wine
Region Vosne-Romanee
Soil Chalky marl with excellent drainage and exposure ideally suited to pinot noir
Fermentation Vessels Small open vats
Pressing Method Vertical Press; Press Ends Separated Based On Tasting
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Oak Types Oak grown in French high forests
Serving Temperature 16°C · 61°F
Production Details Grapes and musts are purchased from supply partners under rigorous specifications. Grapes are hand-harvested in open-work crates and carefully sorted if necessary, followed by total destemming. Fermentation and maceration last 2–3 weeks with punch-downs and pump-overs. Maturation lasts 14–16 months in oak barrels, including 20–25% new barrels. The sheets also express the service temperature as 61–62°F.
Tasting Notes Véronique Boss-Drouhin: intense, bright colour; wild cherry, nutmeg, camphor wood, fine leather and later truffle; balanced, fleshy and sturdy body; powerful, long finish. James Suckling: refined and elegant, with ethereal fruit and floral aromas, succulent red cherry, raspberry and spearmint, a silky almost-soft texture and medium body
Critics Ratings 93
2021 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Pinot Noir
Drinking Window Optimal consumption: 8 to 13 years; ageing potential: 15 years
Region Vosne-Romanee
Soil Chalky marl with excellent drainage and exposure ideally suited to pinot noir
Fermentation Vessels Small open vats
Pressing Method Vertical Press; Press Ends Separated Based On Tasting
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Oak Types Oak grown in French high forests
Serving Temperature 16°C · 61°F
Production Details Grapes and musts are purchased from supply partners under rigorous specifications. Grapes are hand-harvested in open-work crates and carefully sorted if necessary, followed by total destemming. Fermentation and maceration last 2–3 weeks with punch-downs and pump-overs. Maturation lasts 14–16 months in oak barrels, including 20–25% new barrels. The page also expresses the service temperature as 61–62°F.
Tasting Notes Véronique Boss-Drouhin: intense, bright colour; wild cherry, nutmeg, camphor wood, fine leather and later truffle; balanced, fleshy and sturdy body; powerful, long finish
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Shop prices
| Reference | Vintage / size | Price / bottle | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shop price | 2018 / 750ml | CHF 659.41Recorded amount · package unit unverified | vinpark.ch ↗ |
| Shop price | 2020 / 750ml | CHF 605.36Recorded amount · package unit unverified | vinpark.ch ↗ |
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