{"product_id":"domaine-follin-arbelet-aloxe-corton-2022-75cl","title":"Domaine Follin-Arbelet  Aloxe-Corton  2022 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eDomaine Follin-Arbelet Aloxe-Corton is a distinguished, deeply structured, and classic red \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/burgundy-wines\" title=\"Burgundy Wines\"\u003eBurgundy\u003c\/a\u003e produced in the prestigious Côte de Beaune region of Côte d'Or, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/french-wines\" title=\"French Wines\"\u003eFrance\u003c\/a\u003e. Domaine Follin-Arbelet is a traditional, highly respected family estate based in Aloxe-Corton, celebrated for crafting unblemished, site-expressive wines using time-honoured Burgundian methods. Made entirely from \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pinot-noir-wines\" title=\"Pinot Noir Wines\"\u003ePinot Noir\u003c\/a\u003e harvested from old hillside vines, this bottling reflects the rugged elegance, fine spice, and firm mineral core characteristic of this celebrated Village appellation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine stands out for its authentic terroir expression, structural integrity, and impressive age-worthiness. Frank Follin-Arbelet practices a low-intervention approach in both the vineyard and cellar, relying on deep-rooted ancient vines to deliver natural balance and concentration. Matured patiently in traditional French oak barrels, it offers an enticing, complex profile of crushed wild berries, dried rose petals, forest floor, and subtle gamey spice, supported by fine, firm tannins that evolve beautifully in the glass and the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVineyard \u0026amp; Production\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grapes are hand-harvested from meticulously tended family-owned parcels situated on steep, east-facing slopes featuring limestone and clay-rich soils typical of Aloxe-Corton. Following strict sorting in the vineyard and winery, the whole bunches are gently crushed and fermented using native, indigenous yeasts in open wooden vats with traditional foot-treading and manual punch-downs. The wine is then gravity-fed into French oak piece barrels (a moderate proportion of which are new) where it matures for up to eighteen months on fine lees without racking, before being bottled unfined and unfiltered to preserve its complete natural character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, it displays a brilliant ruby-red colour with dark garnet reflections at the rim. The nose is complex, fragrant, and earthy, opening with aromas of ripe dark cherries, redcurrants, and wild raspberries, interwoven with nuances of dried violets, damp earth, iron-rich minerality, and subtle clove spice. On the palate, it is medium-bodied, taut, and structured, delivering concentrated red and dark berry fruit flavours underpinned by a vibrant beam of cool-climate acidity and firm, chalky tannins that lead to a long, savoury, and lingering finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect Pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its vibrant acidity, firm tannic backbone, and earthy fruit profile, this Aloxe-Corton is a magnificent partner for classic French cuisine and rich game dishes. It pairs magnificently with roasted duck breast, Boeuf Bourguignon, pan-seared pheasant, and rack of lamb with herbs. It is also an outstanding match for wild mushroom tarts, roasted root vegetables, and traditional French cheeses such as Époisses, Comté, or Cîteaux.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrape Varieties\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100% Pinot Noir\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Drink Finder","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55230894080343,"sku":"123123","price":29.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0899\/6824\/7127\/files\/Domaine-Follin-Arbelet-Clos-Du-Chapitre-Aloxe-Corton-1er-Cru-2021-75cl.jpg?v=1781514381","url":"https:\/\/www.drinkfinder.co.uk\/products\/domaine-follin-arbelet-aloxe-corton-2022-75cl","provider":"Drink Finder","version":"1.0","type":"link"}