COTEAUX BOURGUIGNONS 2014

Production area

This wine is the newest Burgundy appellation, created in 2011, with a name that evokes a terroir and an expertise; a wine which allows consumers to gain access to high-quality pure varietal Burgundy Pinot Noir at a modest price. It offers the wine-lover the joy of discovery, the pleasure of tasting and comparing and the opportunity to learn more about this famous region.

Origins

A regional appellation, made principally from Gamay grapes, our Coteaux Bourguignons can be produced from vineyards throughout the Greater Burgundy area. The origins of this particular cuvée is the South Burgundy, Beaujolais area., mainly from Saint-Julien village.

Varietal

100% Gamay

Tasting notes

VISUAL: Ruby red with light violet tinges.
NOSE: With fine intensity with aromas of red fruit (wild strawberry, blackberry) marrying with a light vanilla touch and gentle torrefaction.
TASTE: Fleshy, fruity and spicy. Melted tannins. A sensation of sweetness overwhelms us, in osmosis with the fruity aromas felt in retro-olfaction. A toasty finish provides astonishing length.

Vinification and maturing

The grapes were 30% de-stemmed. Maceration lasted approx. 15 days during which pumping-over with oxygenation took place at regular intervals. Temperatures controlled and maintained at 25-28° C. After pressing, the temperatures are lowered in order to preserve the fruit aromas. After pressing, the temperatures are lowered in order to preserve the fruit aromas. The wine is transferred to stainless-steel vats to keep maximum fruit flavours. Malo-lactic fermentation took place to enable the wine to soften and prepare for bottling.

Food and wine pairing

Ideal with charcuterie, red meats and cheese.

Serving suggestions

Serving temperature about 15-16°C as an aperitif or at 17-18°C with food.

Ageing potential

Ready to drink now, can be kept 2-3 years.

Vintage : 2014

A very promising vintage with a good harvest. After another year of surprising weather, September, true to its reputation, played its part to the full. The Pinot Noir plots were subjected to severe sorting both in the vineyard and in the winery. This one-off, localized phenomenon was an exception in a very healthy year overall. Harvesting began in sunny mid-September. The grapes were ripe, healthy and aromatic. 2014 will be an excellent year for Burgundy white wines. Their chiselled, precise character promises excellent ageing potential. The red wines offer intense colors, a fruity nose, concentration on the palate, with supple, pleasant tannins and lovely notes of fresh fruit. All this suggests the potential of great Burgundy red wines.

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