Maranges 1er Cru Clos Roussots

Maranges 1er Cru Clos Roussots

Location

Located at the southern end of the Côte de Beaune, on its border with the Chalonnaise coast, the Maranges appellation covers three communes in the Côte-d'Or.

Soil The climate of ``Clos Roussots`` is located on the lower slopes of Mont de Sène, known as ``des trois croix`` with a favorable South-East exposure. Brown limestone soils on Lower Jurassic Lias marls.

Grape variety 100 % Pinot Noir.

Vinification Traditional Burgundian vinification in open vats with punch-downs and long maceration. Aging in oak barrels with 25 to 30% new barrels for 14 to 16 months, providing structure and complexity to the wine.

Robe Beautiful intense ruby color with raspberry highlights.

Nose The nose reveals a iodized freshness on a background of red fruits enhanced by some notes of blackcurrant bud.

Palate The mouth is supple, tasty, this balanced wine is not lacking in finesse. As for the finish, it is gourmet with subtle nuances of licorice.

Serve with Classic pairing: Pulled pork. Unconventional pairing: Wild mushroom and truffle risotto.

Serve at Service temperature: between 15-16°C.

Cellaring potential To be enjoyed young on the fruit or to be kept 3 to 5 years and more.