Dames Huguettes
⏳ Drinking Window
2023 - 2026
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Roasted duck breast, classic coq au vin, or mild creamy cheeses such as Cîteaux.
✨ Technical Specifications
Hailing from the high-altitude slopes of the Hautes-Côtes de Nuits, just above the prestigious Côte de Nuits, Les Dames Huguettes is a historic lieu-dit renowned for its exceptional terroir. The name itself whispers of Burgundy's medieval past, likely referencing the noble women or nuns (dames) who once tended these sun-drenched, limestone-rich hillsides. Albert Bichot, a family-owned house established in 1831, crafts this elegant red entirely from Pinot Noir. The vineyard's elevation yields cooler temperatures, imparting a vibrant acidity and a bright, crunchy red fruit character to the wine. Fermented in temperature-controlled vats and aged in French oak barrels, this cuvée beautifully balances rustic charm with refined Burgundian elegance, showcasing wild strawberry, cherry, and subtle earthy undertones.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in 1831 by Bernard Bichot, Maison Albert Bichot is an iconic family-owned wine house based in Beaune, Burgundy, with a rich winemaking heritage spanning six generations. Today steered by Albéric Bichot, the house oversees six distinguished standalone estates spanning the historic terroirs of Chablis, the Côte de Nuits, the Côte de Beaune, the Côte Chalonnaise, and Beaujolais. Embracing sustainable and certified organic farming practices, Albert Bichot focuses on meticulous parcel-by-parcel vinification to capture the distinct nuance and purity of each climats. Renowned across the globe, the producer crafts exceptional, terroir-driven Pinot Noir and Chardonnay spanning accessible village labels up to legendary Grand Crus, including Bonnes-Mares and prestigious Monopoles.