red Wine

Beaune 1er Cru
“Les Pertuizots”

This parcel, located on the south of Beaune, has been replanted three times during the last decades with vines from the family selection.

the vine

Grape varietal:
Pinot Noir
Vineyard location:
One hectare plot located mid-slope with a south-southeast exposure.
Soil type:
Clay-limestone
Average age of the parcels:
Approximately 40 years

Viticultural methods:

The soils are tilled, vines pruned in guyot simple, de-budding adapted to the age of the vineyard and its vigor, sustainable agriculture, manual harvest.

Vinification and ageing

Vinification:
Grapes are hand sorted at the sorting table, they are stemmed and put in open tank for the alcoholic fermentation with temperature control. No artificial yeasts added, exclusively indigenous yeasts to maintain the typicity of the terroir and of the vintage. Manual punchdowns and pumpings. The wine is then pressed and transferred to oak barrels.
Ageing:
Approximately 18 mounths. Racking after the malolactic fermentation. Filtration is light or even nonexistent in order to preserve the aromas. Bottling takes place at the domaine.
The barrels:
100% oak – 30% new barrels

the wine

This wine is very charming when it is young and can age easily, developping more complexity with leather and undergrowth notes.
Tasting note:
Round, well-balanced and rich wine, with a good length. The mouth has red fruits notes.
Ageing potentiel:
Until 15 years
Serving temperature:
14°C – 16°C
Wine pairing:
This Beaune 1er Cru beautifully complements red meats, meats cooked with creamy sauce and strong cheeses.
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