Les Durots Rouge
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Typically best enjoyed 3–10 years from the vintage.
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roasted duck, coq au vin, wild mushroom risotto
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While Domaine Ramonet is globally synonymous with legendary white Burgundy, their red wines represent a vital link to Chassagne-Montrachet's historical past. Before Chardonnay dominated the appellation, Chassagne was celebrated primarily for its robust, earthy Pinot Noir. The 'Les Durots' lieu-dit, situated on the lower slopes where clay-rich soils dominate, provides the perfect terroir for red winemaking. Here, the clay imparts a rustic structure and deep color to the Pinot Noir. Jean-Claude Ramonet approaches these reds with the same meticulous care as his Grand Crus, utilizing traditional fermentation and aging in French oak barrels. The result is a wine that beautifully balances bright red berry fruit with savory undertones of forest floor and spice, offering a soulful glimpse into the historic red heritage of the Côte de Beaune.
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Established in the late 1920s by Pierre Ramonet, Domaine Ramonet (now widely known under Jean-Claude Ramonet) is one of the most legendary estates in Burgundy's Côte de Beaune, located in the village of Chassagne-Montrachet. Today, the estate is celebrated for its exceptional holdings across some of the world's finest Chardonnay and Pinot Noir terroirs, including the iconic Grand Crus of Montrachet and Chevalier-Montrachet. Utilizing traditional winemaking techniques, low yields, and meticulous oak aging, the domaine produces whites of extraordinary depth, minerality, and longevity, alongside elegant, structured reds such as the Clos de la Boudriotte. This commitment to expressing the pure essence of Chassagne-Montrachet's diverse climats has secured Ramonet's status as a benchmark producer of fine Burgundy.