Domaine René Bouvier - Marsannay - Vieilles Vignes - Red - 2022

Wine:

A Selection Committee favorite, rated 93/100, the 2022 Red Marsannay Vieilles Vignes is an undeniable charmer. Its pure, delicately perfumed nose reveals the elegance of Pinot Noir, with the freshness of whole-cluster fermentation and a refined kirsch cherry note. On the palate, the wine remains beautifully balanced, embracing the ripeness of the vintage while maintaining finesse and drinkability. A touch of subtle oak enhances the structure without overpowering the fruit. A stunning bottle to enjoy over the next 6 to 8 years.

Vinification:

Hand harvested. Vinification in stainless steel vats, 50% whole grapes. Aged for 12 months in barrels, 20% of which are new, then for 6 months in stainless steel vats. Unfiltered. Bottled in March 2024.

Color:

Bright carmine red of good intensity.

Nose:

Pure and infused, expressing the freshness of the whole harvest, with notes of kirsch-flavoured cherries.

Palate:

Delicate and fresh, this wine perfectly reflects the ripeness of the vintage. The palate is elegant and well-balanced, with a refined structure and a subtle touch of oak that enhances without overpowering.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Beef cheek terrine, roast veal with thyme, roast Bresse chicken.

Cellar aging:

From today until 2032.

Bernard Bouvier is one of the winemakers shaping the future of Burgundy. At Domaine René Bouvier, he crafts wines with remarkable precision, bringing out the purest expression of fruit and texture with an effortless sense of balance.

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