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Friday, February 24, 2023 - 100% Pinot Noir
from the 3.92 ha parcel (since 1791) in the heart of the 32 ha
Beaune Grèves 1er cru with east/south-east exposure and
gravelly/sandy limestone clay soil.
Manual harvest in small 13 kg boxes. Manual sorting by grape.
Partial de-stemming (20% whole bunch). Soft pressing.
18 day vinification in small vats.
Aged 17 months in French oak barrels (20% new) under optimal
environment of the cellars of the ancient Château de Beaune.
13.5% Abv.

Background: Founded in 1731 in Beaune by Michel Bouchard and
continued for 3 centuries and 9 generations. Acquired by
Joseph Henriot (Maisons & Domaines Henriot) in 1995 which
in turn became part of the group Artemis Domaines in 2022
under François Pinault (Château Latour, Christie's, etc.)
Cellar Master: Frédéric Weber (since 2013)

A(ccuray)=2: Med ruby/cherry. Mildly stalky, toasty varietal.
B(alance)=3: Modulated components in harmony.
C(omplexity)=2: Ripe dark berries, spices, tobacco, earthy minerality.
D(epth)=2: Velvety mouthfeel. Subtle intensity, stealthy length, expansive finish.

Wine Tally Score [2/3/2/2] = 9/10

Reticent charm.

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