Albert Bichot : Vosne-Romanée Village Dom. Du Clos Frantin 2023

Characteristics and tasting notes of the Vosne-Romanée Village Domaine Du Clos Frantin 2023 by Albert Bichot

Tasting

Nose
This wine unveils a refined and complex bouquet, dominated by aromas of red and black fruits such as morello cherry, raspberry and blackberry. Delicate toasted, smoky and spicy touches intertwine with notes of tea and tobacco, promising a superb evolution towards truffle scents over the years.

Palate
The attack is particularly velvety, introducing a generous, rich and fleshy substance. The tannins, while present and ensuring a beautiful volume, offer a silky feel that structures the whole with elegance. The tasting concludes with a lingering and intensely aromatic finish.

Food and wine pairings
This cuvée pairs wonderfully with roasted meats or long-simmered dishes in sauce. It will perfectly enhance a cut of beef, lamb, duck or even game. As for cheeses, favour medium-bodied varieties to preserve the balance and finesse of the wine.

Serving and cellaring
To fully appreciate the complexity of the Vosne-Romanée Village Dom. Du Clos Frantin 2023, it is recommended to serve it at a temperature between 15 and 16°C. Endowed with a beautiful structure, this great wine can rest in the cellar and be enjoyed until around 2030, or even beyond for lovers of tertiary aromas.

The elegance of a great Burgundy terroir crafted by Albert Bichot

The estate
Founded in 1831 in Monthélie, the Albert Bichot House is a historic and emblematic figure of Burgundy. Today led by Albéric Bichot, this independent family brand oversees a vast vineyard of more than 100 hectares spread across six exceptional estates. Strongly committed to an environmental approach, the property stands out for its sustainable viticulture and its many organic certifications. Combining respect for tradition with bold innovation, the estate strives to reveal the purity and singularity of each Burgundian terroir with great precision.

The vineyard
The grapes come from the Clos Frantin estate, located at the heart of the prestigious Côte de Nuits. More specifically, the vines of this cuvée thrive within the Vosne-Romanée appellation, across two complementary climats named "Damaudes" and "Maizières". This terroir of just over one hectare rests on brown soils with a limestone dominance as well as clay marls. Cultivated according to the principles of organic farming, the vines have an average age of 35 to 40 years, ensuring a beautiful natural concentration in the berries.

Winemaking and aging
The making of the Vosne-Romanée Village Dom. Du Clos Frantin 2023 begins with entirely manual harvesting, followed by a rigorous sorting of the bunches upon arrival at the winery. To preserve the integrity of the fruit, transfers are carried out gently by gravity. The fermentation maceration then takes place in temperature-controlled wooden vats for a period of 18 to 21 days for a gentle extraction. Finally, the wine benefits from meticulous aging in oak barrels for 14 to 16 months, with a proportion of new wood ranging from 25 to 35%.

Grape variety
100% Pinot Noir.