Brand
Location
Burgundy, France
Level
Village
Variety
Pinot Noir
Region
Côte de Beaune
Soils
Limestone and clay on marly subsoil
Winemaking
Grapes are hand-harvested and aged for 12 months in 20% new oak.
Tasting Notes
Perfumed notes of berry fruit. Soft and willowy, this is an elegant wine with good ageing potential.
Points of Distinction
- Historical appellation--the vineyards used to belong to the Dukes of Burgundy before the Cistercian monks
- The vines are planted at a high altitude that gives the wines finesse and refinement
- Purchased grapes are made through long-term grower contracts, who are committed to respecting Bouchard Père & Fils' strict quality control