Pernand-Vergelesses Rouge 1er Cru "Les Vergelesses", Chandon de Briailles - 2013

Name: Pernand-Vergelesses Rouge 1er Cru "Les Vergelesses", Chandon de Briailles
Brand: Chandon de Briailles
SKU: 20113
Price: 129.96 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

Item # 20113 750mL

Always refined, this 1er cru from the "Vergelesses" vineyard is the definition of traditional Burgundy. Sensible use of older barrels preserves an earthy red cherry fruit character. There is a ripe suppleness to the palate that seems to transcend the problematic north- and west-facing slopes of Pernand-Vergelesses. This was a sumptuous vintage through all of Burgundy.

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Color

Red

Vintage

2013

Country

France

Region

Burgundy

Sub-Region

Côte de Beaune

Appellation/Village

Pernand-Vergelesses

Producer

Chandon de Briailles

Grape Variety

Pinot Noir

Limited Production: Only 1 bottle(s) per customer

Production Methods

Organic

Biodynamic

Wine made from grapes grown organically using natural composting techniques and special preparations of herbal sprays while following the astronomical calendar.

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Staff Pick Notes

We had the pleasure of meeting winemaker Claude de Nicolay of Chandon de Briailles recently. Given her quiet demeanor, you might never guess that she is a force of nature in Burgundy (and beyond,) crafting elegant Pinot Noir that truly reflects the terroir of her biodynamic vineyards. In fact, she has even created her own oenological laboratory on site to explore how this terroir is best expressed. This particular cru is grown in an iron-rich clay soil, which imparts distinct earth and mineral components to balance the bright red fruit. Herbaceous notes beneath add to its complexity. The vines are less elevated on the hills of the village, providing the grapes protection from wind and over-irrigation. Pair this beauty with fowl or white meat of any kind, even in a heartier preparation.

- DY

About the Producer

Domaine Chandon de Briailles Savigny-les-Beaune, Burgundy France Domaine Chandon de Briailles has been owned by the same family since 1834. The celebrated winery has familial ties to Moët and Chandon in Champagne, and now is run by the Count Aymard-Claude de Nicolay and his wife, the Countess, Nadine. Currently, Nadine and their youngest daughter, Claude are in charge, with the help of their...

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