Vieilles Vignes de Pinot Noir
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Typically best enjoyed within 2 to 5 years from the vintage release, when its fresh red berry fruit and vibrant energy are at their peak.
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Roasted duck breast, grilled pork tenderloin, and mild soft cheeses like Brie.
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Crafted by the historic house of Albert Bichot, founded in Beaune in 1831, the 'Vieilles Vignes' (Old Vines) Pinot Noir represents a masterful expression of Burgundy's regional terroir. Sourced from selected plots across the Côte de Beaune and Côte de Nuits, the vines for this cuvée average 25 to 35 years of age. These deeper root systems draw rich mineral complexity from the classic limestone and clay soils, yielding smaller, more concentrated berries. The vinification balances tradition and modernity, utilizing temperature-controlled stainless steel vats to preserve the vibrant red fruit character, alongside partial aging in French oak barrels for 8 to 12 months to lend subtle structure, silky tannins, and a touch of spice. This wine pays homage to the centuries of Benedictine and Cistercian viticultural heritage that defined the climats of Burgundy.
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Founded in 1831 and family-owned for six generations, Maison Albert Bichot is a historic Burgundy wine producer based in Beaune, France, currently led by Alb ric Bichot. The house manages over 100 hectares of sustainably and organically farmed vineyards spread across prestigious estates in Chablis, the C te de Nuits, C te de Beaune, C te Chalonnaise, and Beaujolais. Renowned for its terroir-driven philosophy, Albert Bichot crafts elegant, precise red Pinot Noir and white Chardonnay wines, utilizing traditional oak barrel aging to respect the unique character of each climat. Their acclaimed portfolio includes exceptional expressions from iconic vineyards like Clos des Ursulines in Pommard and Clos Micault.