Albert Bichot : Corton Grand cru "Clos des Maréchaudes" Dom. du Pavillon 2023

Characteristics and tasting notes of the Corton Grand Cru "Clos des Maréchaudes" Domaine du Pavillon 2023 by Albert Bichot

Tasting

Appearance
This wine reveals a deep, intense red colour with a beautiful brilliance.

Nose
The aromatic bouquet is sophisticated, harmoniously blending red fruit aromas, such as cherry and raspberry, with delicate toasted notes and subtle hints of vanilla.

Palate
The attack is broad and fleshy, revealing a rich and powerful structure. The balance is perfect, supported by dense, well-integrated tannins, leading to a finish of remarkable persistence.

Food and wine pairings
This cuvée pairs wonderfully with finely prepared meats, roasted or in sauce, such as beef, duck or game. It will also enhance refined dishes such as beef fillet stuffed with mushrooms served with truffle mashed potatoes, as well as medium-bodied to full-bodied cheeses.

Serving and cellaring
It is recommended to serve the Corton Grand Cru "Clos des Maréchaudes" Dom. du Pavillon 2023 at a temperature between 16 and 17 °C. Endowed with excellent ageing potential, it can be kept in the cellar and enjoyed until around 2033, or even beyond for lovers of older vintages.

An exceptional Corton Grand Cru in the heart of Burgundy

The estate
Founded in 1831 by Bernard Bichot, the Albert Bichot merchant house is a true institution in Burgundy. Now led by Albéric Bichot, representing the sixth generation, this independent family business oversees an exceptional heritage. The brand stands out for its vast vineyard of more than 100 hectares spread across six prestigious estates. Deeply committed to respecting the environment, the estate favours organic and sustainable viticulture to precisely express the soul and singularity of its terroirs.

The vineyard
This wine comes from a 0.55-hectare plot located at the foot of the hill of Corton, benefiting from an ideal easterly and south-easterly exposure. This climat, among the sunniest in the area, promotes early ripening of the grapes. The vines, on average 40 to 50 years old, draw their resources from brown limestone soils resting on very clay-rich scree. The estate applies sustainable viticultural methods there, replacing chemical products with ploughing and the use of compost.

Winemaking and ageing
To craft the Corton Grand Cru "Clos des Maréchaudes" Dom. du Pavillon 2023, the harvest is carried out by hand, followed by meticulous sorting of the grapes upon arrival at the cellar. Fermentative maceration takes place in temperature-controlled wooden vats for 18 to 21 days. The wine then benefits from ageing in oak barrels, including 35 to 45% new wood, for a period of 16 to 18 months in order to develop its full complexity.

Grape variety
100% Pinot Noir