Louis Jadot : Beaune 1er cru "Clos des Couchereaux" Héritiers Louis Jadot 2023

Characteristics and tasting notes of Beaune 1er cru "Clos des Couchereaux" Héritiers Louis Jadot 2023

Tasting notes

Appearance
With beautiful intensity, this wine reveals a deep ruby color.

Nose
The bouquet opens with powerful aromas of ripe red fruits, such as cherry, raspberry and strawberry, supported by mineral and earthy nuances. With aeration, notes of licorice and subtle spicy touches emerge.

Palate
Structured and precise, the palate offers a beautiful concentration of fruity flavors framed by fine, well-integrated tannins. The whole displays lovely volume and stretches toward a long, persistent finish, marked by mineral, spicy and earthy notes.

Food and wine pairings

This wine pairs harmoniously with roasted poultry, light pork dishes, or feathered game in sauce. It also goes very well with beef dishes simmered in wine or with mushrooms, as well as characterful aged cheeses such as Époisses.

Serving and cellaring

This Beaune 1er cru reveals all its aromas when served at a temperature between 16 and 17°C. This wine for cellaring requires a few years of patience in the cellar and can be enjoyed until around 2043.

The elegance and structure of a Beaune 1er cru wine

The estate

Founded in 1859 by Louis Henry Denis Jadot, Maison Louis Jadot is an emblematic figure of Burgundy. Located in Beaune, the estate today oversees a vast vineyard stretching over 220 to 270 hectares across the region. Since 1985, the estate has belonged to the Kopf family, represented by three sisters, while management is entrusted to Thomas Seiter and Thibault Gagey. Renowned for its commitment to the authentic expression of terroirs, the house combines its role as owner with that of négociant to offer a wide range of Burgundy wines.

The vineyard

The Beaune 1er cru "Clos des Couchereaux" comes from a plot located on the upper part of the hillsides, in the center of the commune of Beaune. This terroir benefits from a full south-facing exposure, ensuring optimal sunshine. The vines thrive on well-drained soils, composed of clay and limestone, while enjoying good natural aeration that preserves the health of the vineyard.

The vintage

The 2023 vintage in Burgundy was marked by a complex growing cycle and demanding weather conditions, requiring particular attention throughout the season.

Vinification and ageing

For the making of this Beaune 1er cru "Clos des Couchereaux" Héritiers Louis Jadot 2023, the grapes are harvested by hand in small crates. After careful sorting, the berries are destemmed and then left to macerate in open vats for three to four weeks, with two daily punch-downs. Ageing then takes place in oak barrels for approximately 16 months, during which malolactic fermentation occurs. The wine is finally blended, lightly fined and filtered before being bottled under oxygen-free conditions.

Grape variety

Pinot Noir (100%).