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MARSANNAY 2023

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2023

Varietal

100% Pinot Noir.

Tasting notes

Colour: deep ruby red with garnet highlights.

Bouquet: intense, with aromas of bigarreau, blackcurrant, strawberry and blueberry, almost jammy.

Palate: rich, concentrated, greedy, fruity, round and generous.

Food and wine pairing

It is the ideal partner for red meats: a fine piece of beef, entrecote steak with shallots, ostrich steak, small marinated game, as well as river and freshwater fish such as pike, carp or perch, grilled vegetables, chop suey or strong cow's milk cheeses such as Époisses or Munster.

Serving suggestions

Ideally served at a temperature of 14-16°C. (57-61°F.).

Ageing potential

Drink now and cellar for 4 to 7 years.

Origins

Marsannay is the most northerly village on the Côte de Nuits in Burgundy, just after Dijon. Marsannay is the only local appellation to produce wines in all 3 colours: red, white and rosé. Recognised as the gateway to the Côte de Nuits, the appellation area covers the communes of Chenôve, Marsannay-la-Côte and Couchey.

From north to south, the vines grow on the best parts of the hillside and foothills (between 255 and 390 metres altitude), with exposures ranging from due east to due south. All of this on a wide variety of soils dating from the Middle Jurassic period: bedded sandstone, Entroques limestone, Oestra acuminata marl, the old Ouche river bed or alluvial pebbles...

Vinification and maturing

The hand-picked harvest is sorted on arrival at the winery before being completely destemmed and then cold-macerated (temperature maintained between 8 and 10°C) for 4 to 6 days. This is followed by 12 days' fermentation in stainless steel vats, with two pump-overs and two punch-downs per day. The wine is then placed in oak barrels (30% new) for ageing on the lees.

Vintage : 2023

The ideal weather conditions in Burgundy in 2023, characterised by a favourable spring, a hot summer with cool nights, moderate rainfall and an early autumn harvest, played a key role in the high yields and exceptional quality of the grapes at harvest time.

The white wines are distinguished by their elegance, complexity and liveliness. Subtle aromas of white fruit, citrus and floral notes add to their remarkable freshness.

The red wines are powerful and well-balanced, with aromas of red and black fruit, as well as spicy and mineral nuances. The silky tannins add an elegant structure, promising harmonious ageing.

In short, these are expressive, fruity wines with very fine aromatic profiles.