BEAUNE PREMIER CRU
LES MARCONNETS 2008
BEAUNE PREMIER CRU
LES MARCONNETS 2008
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Varietal
Tasting notes
Visual: Bright garnet red.
Nose: Very deep, pure bouquet with fine fruity aromas.
Palate: Ample with a close-knit tannic structure and fine length.
Food and wine pairing
Serving suggestions
Ageing potential
Beaune wines are rich and can continue to develop for at least 8 to 10 years, and even up to 15 to 20 years if laid down in a cellar.
Origins
Overlooking the town of Beaune to the north, just above the Clos du Roi parcel, the 'Marconnets' climat (originating from the Germanic word Marconnans) covers just over 9 hectares, of which 6 hectares are given over to the Pinot Noir grape variety.
Today, it is generally accepted that the climat takes its name from the spring that once flowed through the area and is mentioned in several period registers. The term is derived from the Old French "marc" meaning marsh.
Vinification and maturing
Vinification in wooden vats followed by maturing in barrels for 15 to 17 months, 25% new oak.