Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru
Situation
Côte de Nuits
Level
AOC Grand cru
Grape variety
Pinot noir
One of Burgundy's 33 Grand Crus, the "Bonnes-Mares" climat is divided between the communes of Morey-Saint-Denis and particularly Chambolle-Musigny.
This flagship wine of the Côte de Nuits, where the siliceous clay soil and limestone slabs overlying white marls lend the Pinot Noir grapes that grow on this exceptional terroir their unique characteristics: power and body without sacrificing finesse and elegance, as well as exceptional cellaring potential.
Tasting
This wine expresses the exceptional character of a great terroir combined with a great grape variety. The superb nose combines notes of red and black fruit, flowers (peony, rose, violet...) and spices, which will evolve over time towards more complex scents (forest undergrowth, leather...). The rich, full-bodied, fleshy palate is supported by velvety tannins. The classy finish boasts remarkable length.
Food/wine pairing
Taste this wine with finely prepared roasted or stewed meats (beef, lamb, pork, game, duck), or medium to mature cheeses
Recipe suggestion: saddle of lamb with herbs
Serving and keeping
Serve at 16-17°C (60-62°F).
Long aging potential: 7 to 10 years and more.
Vintages
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The vineyard
Soil: Siliceous clay soil composed of limestone slabs overlying white marls
Vinification
Harvest: Handpicked
Fermentation: Temperature-controlled conical oak vats
Fermentation time
: 18 to 21 days
Ageing
Ageing: In oak barrels 100%
Ageing time: 16 to 18 months
Proportion of new barrels: 40% to 50%