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BOURGOGNE
ALIGOTÉ
This is a robust white grape variety that has long been grown in
Burgundy. Aligoté is an enjoyable wine, fruity and lively
on the palate. Pale yellow colour with hints of green. To be drunk
while young. |
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BOURGOGNE
PINOT NOIR
Lovely, deep ruby red colour. Soft dark fruit nose. Bourgogne Pinot
Noir is a fresh wine, lively with silky tannins. Best if drunk while
young. Can be laid down for 3 to 4 years. Serve with cooked pork
meats, grilled meat, red fruit tart. |
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MARSANNAY
ROSÉ
The first crop was grown by Clair Daü en 1919. This is the appellation
that first put the village on the map in both France and abroad … the
only AOC (appellation d’origine contrôlée) in
the Côte d’Or. Made with Pinot Noir grapes, Marsannay
Rosé is soft and fruity, with aromas of freshly crushed grapes
and vineyard peaches. The taste that lingers on the palate will make
you go back for more. To be drunk while young : between 4 and 24
months, ideal for country picnics. |
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MARSANNAY
BLANC
Marsannay blanc is made with Chardonnay grapes. As with all great
white wines from the Côte, it has aromas of white blossom (hawthorn)
and dried fruit (almonds) … and honey as it ages. Its pale
yellow colour is clear and bright. Good minerality, typical of its
terroir, “La Montagne". Can be drunk while young but reaches
it best after 4 years. |
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MARSANNAY
"FAVIÈRES" - RED
Made from the grapes of young vines (25-30 years old), located at
the foot of the hillside. Bright, ruby colour, subtle nose with hints
of spice (cinnamon, vanilla). The terroir is clearly seen in its
delicacy and fine texture. Well balanced and long on the palate.
To be drunk while young with grilled meat (filet mignon, …). |
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MARSANNAY
"BOIVINS" - RED
Made from the grapes of older vines (50-55 years old), located on
the gentle slopes of the hillside. Fine garnet-red colour, dark and
intense. Spicy nose (white pepper, cloves). Strong attack on the
palate. This characterful wine is strongly influenced by its terroir,
with robust tannins and a soft red fruit finish. Lay down for 4 to
8 years. Serve with grilled meat (rib of beef), grilled fish (turbot,
red mullet, …). |
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MARSANNAY
"LA MONTAGNE" - RED
The oldest vines on the estate (80 to 90 years old), facing due south
at the top of the hillside. Lovely ruby colour. Powerful nose, fruity
aromas with the taste of raspberry and black cherry. Strong, well
structured with toasted overtones (cocoa), long on the palate. This
wine should be decanted for immediate consumption. Reaches its best
between 6 and 8 years. Serve with Grilled meat, game, cheese. |
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GEVREY-CHAMBERTIN
"LES CHAMPS" - RED
Gevrey-Chambertin is one of the villages in the Côte-d'Or with
the largest area laid to vines (361 hectares).
The soil is chalky with a good proportion of clay marl, which gives
the wine its strength and fullness. The vineyards are on the slopes
of the hill. Vines located between Gevrey-Chambertin
and Brochon at the foot of the hill. These 60 year old vines produce
a characterful wine with a deep ruby red colour, aromas of red fruit
(kirsch) and outstanding minerality. Long on the palate with spicy
overtones. Lay down for at least 4 to 5 years. Reaches its best in
about 8 years. Serve with the cheese board, leg of lamb, veal cutlet. |
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GEVREY-CHAMBERTIN
PREMIER CRU "LES CHAMPEAUX - RED
One of the highest terroirs in Gevrey, Les Champeaux vines face due
south, between Brochin and Gevrey. Planted in 1901, these are the
oldest vines on the estate. The grapes show extensive millerandage.
Lovely deep, dark garnet-red colour. Superb nose with subtle hints
of violet. Harmonious, fleshy, well balanced with great finesse in
the length. Lay down for at least 5 to 6 years. Reaches its best
between about 8 and 10 years. Serve with feathered game (partridge,
mallard, thrush, …), cheese board. |
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CHAMBOLLE-MUSIGNY
PREMIER CRU "LES CHARMES" -
RED*
The village would appear to have been founded in the 12th century
and, despite its small size, its name is known throughout the world.
Chambolle Musigny produces some of the finest and most elegant red
wines of the Côte de Nuits between Morey and Vougeot. Moderate
colour, aromas of raspberry, crystallized strawberry and violet.
Warm and concentrated on the palate, with the delightful delicacy
of a piece of lace. Serve with roast pigeon, Burgundy truffles. Drink
between 2 and 5 years old. |
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MOREY-SAINT-DENIS
GRAND CRU "CLOS SAINT-DENIS" -
RED*
Village located beyond Gevrey-Chambertin, its wines sharing many
of the same characteristics. The best wines are classified as Grand
Cru and have their own appellation, without the need to include the
name of the village. Grand Cru : Lovely ruby colour in abundance,
mushroom, undergrowth nose with overtones of fig and blackcurrant.
Attack clean on the palate, good structure, with well balanced, subtle
tannins. Drink when fully mature after 5 or 6 years. Serve with wild
boar, woodcock, full-flavoured cheese. |
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MOREY-SAINT-DENIS
GRAND CRU "CLOS DE LA ROCHE" -
RED*
Grand Cru : Fine, bright colour with deep crimson tones. Floral nose
: rose, violet, a hint of lime-blossom. Spicy length with cinnamon
and vanilla. Silky tannins, eager to please, lush on the palate.
Drink after 5 to 7 years. Serve with feathered game, duck in orange
sauce, Creole dishes. |
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Wines aged at the Estate |
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