Vigne de L'Hospital de Dijon Cuvee Marie-Sophie Grangier
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Typically best enjoyed 3–10 years from the vintage release.
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roasted duck, coq au vin, creamy mushroom risotto
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This exceptional cuvée represents a historic partnership and a legacy of charity in Burgundy. The 'Vigne de l'Hospital de Dijon' (or Hospices de Dijon) refers to vineyards historically donated by generous benefactors to the local hospital to fund medical care for the poor, a tradition mirroring the famous Hospices de Beaune. The 'Cuvée Marie-Sophie Grangier' specifically honors one of these historical patrons. Since 2013, the prestigious Château de Marsannay has held the exclusive stewardship of these municipal vines, bringing their organic farming practices and meticulous Burgundian craftsmanship to the estate. Grown on the limestone-rich soils of the region, this Pinot Noir is vinified with traditional methods and aged in French oak casks, resulting in a wine that beautifully balances bright red berry fruit, earthy complexity, and elegant structural tannins.
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Situated in the heart of the Côte de Nuits, Château de Marsannay is a premier Burgundy estate with a rich heritage, currently owned by Olivier Halley who acquired the property in 2012. The estate manages approximately 40 hectares of meticulously farmed vineyards, spanning prestigious appellations from Marsannay to Gevrey-Chambertin and the Grand Cru Echezeaux. Committed to organic viticulture, the château employs traditional Burgundian vinification methods, aging its wines in French oak casks to express the precise nuances of each unique climat. Château de Marsannay is particularly celebrated for its diverse portfolio, which uniquely includes exceptional red, white, and rosé expressions, such as the historic En Montre Cul and Les Echezots.