Presentation
Presentation
Aloxe-Corton is a renowned village located in the northern part of the Côte de Beaune. Beyond it lies the Côte de Nuits.
Our plot is located in the "Les Crapousuets" Climat, celebrated for its rather deep, clayey soil.
Our plot is located in the "Les Crapousuets" Climat, celebrated for its rather deep, clayey soil.
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Terroir
Silty clay soil
Winemaking
Handpicking, sorting of the grapes at the winery.
Fermenting maceration in thermoregulated wooden vats for 18 to 21 days.
Aging in oak barrels (20 to 30% new barrels) for 14 to 16 months.
Fermenting maceration in thermoregulated wooden vats for 18 to 21 days.
Aging in oak barrels (20 to 30% new barrels) for 14 to 16 months.
Varietal
Pinot Noir
Specifications
Surface area of the vineyard : 1,16 ac
Age of vines : 35-40 years old
Advice
Serving
Serve at 15-16°C (59-61°F).
Aging potential: 3 to 5 years and more.
Aging potential: 3 to 5 years and more.
Tasting
Intensely aromatic nose combining notes of ripe red fruit (raspberry, strawberry...) with very elegant nuances of spices and oak. This wine features lovely fleshiness and velvety tannins on the palate. The finish is long and flavourful, reminiscent of the fruit found on the nose.
Food pairings
Roasted or stewed meats (beef, duck, pork, game)
Medium to mature cheeses
Medium to mature cheeses
Quotes
Wine Spectator: 90/100 (2020)
Allen Meadows: 89/100, Top Value Wine (2019)
Allen Meadows: 89/100 (2018)
Allen Meadows: 89/100, Top Value Wine (2019)
Allen Meadows: 89/100 (2018)
