Maranges 1er Cru "Clos Roussots"

Located at the southern extremity of the Côte de Beaune, on the border of the Côte Chalonnaise, the Maranges appellation is divided between three communes - Cheilly-les-Maranges, Dezize-les-Maranges and Champigny-lès-Maranges. With a total surface area of 162 ha devoted almost exclusively to the cultivation of Pinot Noir grapes, the appellation boasts 83 ha classified as Premier Crus. The "Clos Roussots" climat is located on the lower slopes of Mount Sène, otherwise known as "Trois Croix" (Three Crosses).

Tasting

The nose is redolent of intense scents of fresh fruit (blackcurrant, red currant...) and forest undergrowth resulting in a slightly wild character. On the palate, this soft, round wine is endowed with a fine tannic structure that lends it lovely balance. The finish is delectable and highly aromatic.

Food/wine pairing

Taste this wine with roasted or stewed meats (beef, duck, pork, game), or with medium to mature cheeses.
Recipe suggestion: coq au vin

Serving and keeping

Serve at 15-16°C (59-61°F).
To taste young on the fruit or to keep 3 to 5 years and more.

Vintages

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The vineyard

Soil: Brown limestone soil

Vinification

Harvest: Handpicked
Fermentation: Temperature-controlled conical oak vats
Fermentation time : 21 to 28 days

Ageing

Ageing: In oak barrels 100%
Ageing time: 14 to 16 months
Proportion of new barrels: 20% to 30%