Rouge
⏳ Drinking Window
Typically best enjoyed within 2–5 years from the vintage release.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Roasted chicken, grilled pork chops, seared duck breast
✨ Technical Specifications
Maison Louis Jadot's Bourgogne Rouge is a quintessential introduction to the Pinot Noir of Burgundy, capturing the harmonious, fruit-forward essence of the region. Sourced from a meticulous selection of vineyards across the Côte d'Or and the Côte Chalonnaise, this cuvée benefits from the long-standing relationships Jadot has nurtured with local growers over generations. The winemaking process balances tradition and modern precision, utilizing partial aging in French oak barrels for several months to add subtle complexity without overpowering the delicate red fruit aromas. Bearing the iconic head of Bacchus on its label—a symbol of the house's dedication to quality since 1859—this wine represents the accessible, elegant side of classic Burgundian Pinot Noir.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in Beaune in 1859 by Louis Henry Denis Jadot, Maison Louis Jadot stands as one of Burgundy's preeminent domaines and négociant houses. With viticultural roots extending back to the 1826 purchase of the Beaune Premier Cru Clos des Ursules, the estate manages hundreds of hectares spanning Chablis, the Côte d'Or, the Mâconnais, and Beaujolais. Viticulture relies strictly on lutte raisonnée principles, emphasizing soil vitality, manual canopy stewardship, and parcel-specific harvesting across varied limestone-clay climats. In the cellar, Technical Director Frédéric Barnier perpetuates a non-interventionist ethos shaped by decades of institutional expertise: native yeast fermentations, extended skin contact, and restrained use of new French oak—crafted largely at Jadot's own Tonnellerie Cadus—ensure uncompromised terroir fidelity. The house is celebrated for its benchmark expressions, notably Bonnes Mares Grand Cru, Corton-Charlemagne, Chevalier-Montrachet Les Demoiselles, and the historic Beaune Premier Cru Clos des Ursules monopole.
🍇 Grapes
Pinot Noir
🍷 ABV
12.5-13.5%