CLOS VOUGEOT GRAND CRU
GRAPES
Pinot Noir 100%
SOILS
Bajocian entroque limestone mixed with red-brown clay, and lava, loam containing iron.
VINIFICATION / AGING
Manual harvest. Sorted and destemmed.
Alcoholic fermentation in open vats for about 15 days with 2 punching downs per day at the start of fermentation.
Aging in oak barrels (with only 10% new barrels) for 12 to 15 months.
ALCOHOL
13.5°
TASTING
Colour: Deep vermilion red.
Nose: Aromas of black fruits (blackcurrant, blueberries).
Palate: Strong structure and powerful tannins. After 10 to 15 years, it develops into aromas of candied fruit with good persistence.
FOOD/WINE PAIRINGS
Game in sauce, Burgundy cheese (Citeaux)
OPERATING TEMPERATURE
15°
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