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Beaune is the historic capital of Burgundy wines and its town centre has been the site of the headquarters of the House of Albert Bichot for over a century now.
In addition to capturing the attention of the entire world on the 3rd Sunday of every November when it hosts the legendary Hospices de Beaune wine auction, it is also one of the largest appellations in surface area in the Côte de Beaune. Though less well known than its illustrious neighbours, this appellation nevertheless offers several renowned Premier Crus of great interest for their balance and diversity.
"Les Aigrots" is a Premier Cru located west of the town of Beaune, at the upper part of the slope. Its name is the Burgundian dialect for holly, the thorny shrub with red berries that once grew here.
In addition to capturing the attention of the entire world on the 3rd Sunday of every November when it hosts the legendary Hospices de Beaune wine auction, it is also one of the largest appellations in surface area in the Côte de Beaune. Though less well known than its illustrious neighbours, this appellation nevertheless offers several renowned Premier Crus of great interest for their balance and diversity.
"Les Aigrots" is a Premier Cru located west of the town of Beaune, at the upper part of the slope. Its name is the Burgundian dialect for holly, the thorny shrub with red berries that once grew here.
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Terroir
Calcareous clay soil overlying hard limestone and scree
Winemaking
Handpiking, 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
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
The delicate nose opens with scents of red fruit (cherry, raspberry…) and spices opening up to notes of forest undergrowth. The rich, fleshy palate is delicately structured by bold yet silky tannins that contribute to this wine's lovely length.
Food pairings
Roasted or stewed red and white meats
Medium cheeses
Recipe suggestion: rack of lamb with honey and rosemary
Medium cheeses
Recipe suggestion: rack of lamb with honey and rosemary
