Côte de Nuits-Villages “Les Guillandes”

Grape variety:
Pinot Noir 100%
Floors:
Pebbly clay-limestone on hard limestone from the Upper Bathonian.
Vinification / Aging:
Manual harvest. Sorted and destemmed.
Alcoholic fermentation in open vats for approximately 15 days with 2 punching downs per day at the beginning.
Aging in oak barrels (with only 10% new barrels) for 13 months.
Alcohol: 13°
Tasting:
Color: Pretty purple color. Nose: Aromas of cherry and redcurrant enhanced with spices (pepper). Mouth: Full-bodied with fairly present tannins.

Food/wine pairings:
Pies, terrines, offal, roast pork or veal in sauce
Serving temperature: 15°