Boutique tradition meets classic Burgundian elegance in this Côte de Beaune-Villages from Bouchard Aîné & Fils. Founded in Beaune in 1731, this historic house has spent centuries mastering the subtle nuances of Burgundy's prestigious terroirs. Sourced from selected hillside vineyards across the Côte de Beaune, this Pinot Noir delivers a beautifully balanced, harmonious expression of red fruit purity and delicate spice.

Why You'll Love It

This wine represents an accessible, classic entry into the iconic red wines of the Côte de Beaune. By blending fruit from multiple village sites across the region, the winemaking team creates a Pinot Noir that achieves a wonderfully complete profile. It combines bright red fruit vitality with gentle oak maturation, offering the depth and earthy complexity characteristic of fine aged Burgundy alongside a remarkably smooth, silk-like structure.

Vineyard & Production

The Pinot Noir grapes are selected from vineyards spanning the picturesque villages of the Côte de Beaune, where vines thrive on steep, south and south-west facing slopes composed of brown limestone and clay soils. To preserve the delicate varietal characteristics, the fruit undergoes temperature-controlled fermentation in traditional wooden vats. Half of the wine is aged in French oak barrels (around 20% to 25% new) for up to 12 months, allowing the cuvée to gain textural depth and subtle spice while retaining its core fruit freshness.

Tasting Notes

Displaying an attractive cherry-red hue with subtle garnet reflections, this wine opens with an inviting, fragrant bouquet of fresh raspberries, wild red berries, and ripe cherries, complemented by delicate notes of sweet vanilla and subtle forest floor earthiness. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and beautifully rounded, showing soft, well-integrated tannins and balanced acidity. Bright red fruit flavours are supported by hints of liquorice and toasted spice, leading into a smooth, elegant, and persistent finish.

Perfect Pairings

An exceptional food partner for classic French cuisine and lighter meats, this versatile Pinot Noir pairs brilliantly with roasted poultry, such as corn-fed chicken or duck breast with a berry reduction. It is an outstanding match for grilled pork chops, seared veal cutlets, or a classic charcuterie board featuring terrines and cured ham. It also accompanies mild, soft cheeses like Brie, Époisses, or a mild mature Cheddar delightfully.

Grape Varieties

100% Pinot Noir

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