Aloxe-Corton
Situation
Côte de Beaune
Level
AOC Village
Grape variety
Pinot noir
Aloxe-Corton is a renowned village located in the northern part of the Côte de Beaune. Beyond it lies the Côte de Nuits.
Tasting
Intensely aromatic nose redolent of red and black fruit (cherry, raspberry, blackberry…) notes, which mingle with more floral (rose, peony...) nuances. Soft tannic structure boasting discrete, well-integrated oak. The finish is long and flavourful, reminiscent of the aromas found on the nose.
Food/wine pairing
Taste this wine with roasted or stewed meats (beef, duck, pork, game), or medium to mature cheeses.
Serving and keeping
Serve at 15-16°C (59-61°F).
Aging potential: 3 to 5 years and more.
Vintages
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The vineyard
Soil: Calcareous clay soil with predominant clay or pebbles.
Vinification
Harvest: Handpicked
Fermentation: Temperature-controlled conical oak vats
Fermentation time
: 18 to 21 days
Ageing
Ageing: In oak barrels 100%
Ageing time: 14 to 16 months
Proportion of new barrels: 20% to 30%