Richebourg Grand Cru
⏳ Drinking Window
Typically best enjoyed 10–25 years from the vintage release.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Roasted duck, beef bourguignon, wild mushroom risotto
✨ Technical Specifications
Historically, the venerable Bristol merchant Averys played a pioneering role in the curation of fine Burgundy, frequently sourcing exceptional barrels directly from the region's most prestigious Grand Cru vineyards to be bottled under their own historic label. During the golden age of merchant bottling in the mid-to-late 20th century, Ronald and John Avery forged deep personal relationships with legendary Burgundian growers. These red Grand Cru bottlings—sourced from iconic climats along the Côte de Nuits and Côte de Beaune—represent the pinnacle of Pinot Noir. Crafted from low-yielding, ancient vines grown on complex limestone and clay soils, these wines were traditionally aged in French oak casks. They are celebrated for their profound aromatic complexity, structure, and capacity to develop rich forest floor, truffle, and dried cherry characters over decades in the cellar.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in 1793 in Bristol, England, Averys is one of the United Kingdom's oldest and most venerated wine merchants and négociants. Built across generations by visionary figures such as Ronald Avery and his son John Avery MW, the house pioneered the early discovery and direct importation of benchmark estates from classical European regions and emerging New World terroirs. Renowned for its historical bottling expertise, Averys curates and crafts an expansive portfolio spanning prestigious Bordeaux, Burgundy Grand Crus, Champagne, vintage Port, Madeira, and fine Cognac. Guided by centuries of cellar mastery and meticulous sourcing, the historic house remains dedicated to championing exceptional regional character and timeless quality.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Pinot Noir