Morey-Saint-Denis

Location

The 135 hectares of Morey-Saint-Denis vines are located in the Côte de Nuits, between Gevrey-Chambertin to the north and Chambolle-Musigny to the south.

Soil Clayey limestone-based soil containing hard Bathonian limestone, Upper Bajocian marl and pebbly scree.

Grape variety 100 % Pinot Noir.

Vinification Vinification takes place in temperature-controlled open vats (28/30°C) with regular punching of the cap followed by 12 to 14 months ageing in oak barrels with at most 15% new oak.

Robe Beautiful deep ruby red in colour.

Nose Delicate nuances of oak with a touch of forest undergrowth, moss and some animal notes.

Palate Nice structure with an impression of sucrosity due to well-rounded tannins. A real terroir wine that ends on a flavourful finish.

Serve with Ideal with choice cuts of beef such as steak tartare, slow-cooked shoulder of lamb with tomatoes or poultry dishes such as chicken breast with baby spring vegetables. Full-flavoured cheeses such as Langres or Livarot would be good choices to accompany this appellation.

Serve at 14 to 16 °C.

Cellaring potential From 5 to 7 years.