Tasting

millésimes

Each vintage brings out the character of its terroirs in its own way. Soil, grape variety, sunshine, temperature, rainfall (especially in late summer and early autumn) all contribute to bring out the wines' expression, subtly different every year.

Different every time, but always closely linked to the soil which imprints its character on them from the start, but seasonal conditions also make their mark. the aromatic intensity and power of a given wine may be variable. This offers the wine-lover the pleasure of making discoveries, of experiencing excitement of discovery: terroir gives the framework, yearly conditions add the detail.

2003

A vintage that will have a special place in the annals of Burgundy! 2003 was exceptionally hot, with very high temperatures from late May onward.

As a result of the 3-month hot spell that grapes were low in moisture content as the harvest approached and picking began on August 22nd!

Picking lasted only a short time as yields were very low.

Today the 2003s are bearing up well and have good ageing properties.

The reds are well-coloured, with notes of dried plum and preserved fruits. In the mouth, they yield an agreeable sensation of smoothness thanks to their rather high alcohol content.

 

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