Bourgogne Cote d’Or “Au Prunier”

Annual production 2700 bottles
Grape Variety Pinot Noir
Soil clay and chalk
Average Vine Age 30 years old
Situation Climat Au Prunier is surrounded by the vineyard of Gevrey-Chambertin, encircled by the climats Les Platières and Grands Champs.

The grapes are hand-picked and 100% destemmed after sorting. Pre-fermentation maceration (12°C) for 3 days. Fermentation in temperature controlled vat with pumping-over and punching of the cap twice a day at the beginning. Warm post-fermentation maceration before the wine is put in barrels.

Ageing Free-run wine and press wine are aged separately 12 months in oak barrels, 50% new oak. Complete malolactic fermentation. Bottling after a soft filtration, and sulfites reduced to the minimum.

Color Intense ruby red
Aromas Small black fruits and wild strawberries aromas, with a hint of spices
Taste Beautiful structure, with soft tannins supporting a bursting fruity finish.
Food Matching Red meats, duck , stews and light spicy dishes