Vineyard: The Perrnand-Vergelesses vineyards stretch over the hill slopes between Alaxe-Corton and Savigny-les- Beaune. Only six of its plots are classified as red Premiers Crus: “Les Fichots",”En Caradeux",”Creux de la Net", “lie des Vergelesses” and “Les Plantes des Champs et Combottes”. This locality is one of the oldest vineyards of Burgundy. it was planted in 1158 by the monks of the Abbaye de Maizieres.
Soil: Clay limestone soil
Aging: Cold maceration. Natural yeast fermentation and voting for three weeks. Aged in barrels of which 20% are new.
Tasting notes: Lovely, dark garnet colour, with a beautiful shine. Good aromatic intensity. The nose is very fresh, with notes of red and black fruit on a mineral, smoky background (marl, limestone) Well-defined, fresh and fruity on the palate. Good structure and balance, the tannins are present but fine. Persistent finish ending on fruitiness and mineral freshness.
Food pairings: Serve with charcuterie and red meat such as a fillet of beef in sauce, roast lamb shank and a selection of cheeses.