Albert Bichot : Clos de la Roche Grand cru 2018

Characteristics and tasting advice for the Clos de la Roche Grand Cru 2018 Albert Bichot

Tasting

Nose
The aromatic bouquet is complex and enticing, revealing notes of red fruits, tobacco, and cherry, complemented by subtle minty touches that bring freshness and elegance.

Palate
The tasting offers a beautiful richness and remarkable balance. The structure is assertive while preserving a crunchy fruit that brings liveliness. The finish stands out for its intensity and aromatic persistence, revealing candied and spicy notes that prolong the gustatory pleasure.

Food and wine pairings

This grand cru pairs perfectly with characterful red meats, flavorful game dishes, and mature blue cheeses.

Service and aging

Serve at 17°C. This wine can be stored in cellars until around 2030, or even longer under good storage conditions.

A Burgundy Grand Cru from the Côte de Nuits combining power and elegance

The property

Founded in 1831 by Bernard Bichot, the Albert Bichot house is a pillar of viticulture in Burgundy, with a family presence dating back to 1214. Today led by Albéric Bichot, the sixth generation, it extends over 100 hectares across six emblematic domains, from Chablis to Beaujolais. The house stands out for its commitment to organic farming and its duality as a merchant and domain. Its winemaking style, combining aromatic purity and balance, faithfully reflects the Burgundian terroirs, reinforcing its international reputation.

The vineyard

The Clos de la Roche is located north of the village of Morey-Saint-Denis, near Gevrey-Chambertin. This grand cru benefits from an exceptional terroir characterized by clay-limestone soils where limestone predominates, giving the wines their distinctive minerality. The vines, planted at an altitude between 250 and 300 meters, benefit from an ideal exposure that promotes optimal maturation of the pinot noir.

Vinification and aging

Vinification takes place in thermo-regulated oak conical vats. Fermentation and maceration extend over a period of 20 to 28 days, allowing optimal extraction of aromas and tannins. The aging then continues entirely in oak barrels, 50 to 70% of which are new wood, for 14 to 16 months, giving the wine its characteristic structure and complexity.

Grape variety

100% pinot noir.