BEAUNE PREMIER CRU
CLOS DU ROI 2011
BEAUNE PREMIER CRU
CLOS DU ROI 2011
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Varietal
Tasting notes
Nose: A complex nose of black fruits (blackberries), grilled almonds and light oak.
Palate: A delicate structure with silky ripe tannins which round off nicely with time in the bottle. The finish is long with dominance of musk and very light oak.
Food and wine pairing
Serving suggestions
Ageing potential
Origins
This 13-acre Premier Cru vineyard is located at the northern end of Beaune, and grows on well-drained low slopes covered with rocks. It is an early climat which produces beautifully ripe grapes and full-bodied fruity wines with silky tannins. The "Clos du Roi" holds its name from History facts; it refers to the period when King Louis XI annexed the plot and declared it his property when Charles The Bold died in 1477. In addition, the Climat bears the name "Clos" for it still hold traces of the stone walls that enclosed originally the plot.
Vinification and maturing
Date of harvest: 02nd September 2011.
Fermented in oak vats and barrel aged for 11 months (30% new oak).
Fermented in oak vats and barrel aged for 11 months (30% new oak).
Vintage : 2011
The year experienced unusual weather patterns which led to a very early harvest. In fact, the unpredictable conditions were sometimes quite extreme: a superb dry Springtime, a rainy Summer followed by a beautiful Autumn - which led to this crucial early harvest date. Red 2011 Burgundies are generally very elegant wines, quite silky with great finesse with aroma and taste.