Cuvee des Chanoines de Notre Dame Pinot Noir
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Typically best enjoyed within 2–5 years of the vintage release to appreciate its fresh red fruit character.
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Roasted chicken, grilled salmon, wild mushroom pasta
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This cuvée pays direct homage to the 'Chanoines' (canons) of the Chapter of Notre-Dame, who constructed the magnificent 12th-century cellars in Beaune where Maison Jaffelin still ages its wines today. Crafted from Pinot Noir sourced from select vineyards across Burgundy, this wine is a testament to the house's historical roots. Utilizing traditional gravity-flow techniques in their gravity-fed vat room, the winemakers preserve the delicate, bright red fruit profile characteristic of the region. The wine undergoes fermentation in stainless steel and oak vats before aging, resulting in a classic Burgundy expression that balances fresh acidity, supple tannins, and a subtle earthy complexity born from the region's limestone-rich soils.
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Established in 1816 by the Jaffelin brothers, Maison Jaffelin is a historic Burgundy wine house located in the heart of Beaune, France. Renowned as the "smallest of the great houses" in Beaune, the winery is uniquely situated in the 12th-century cellars of the Chapter of Notre-Dame, where their wines are still aged in ideal conditions. Under the guidance of modern winemaking expertise, Jaffelin utilizes traditional gravity-flow techniques to craft precise, terroir-driven expressions. They are highly celebrated for their elegant Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines, ranging from regional appellations to prestigious Premier and Grand Crus, alongside traditional method sparkling Crémants.