Grand Cru Musigny, Joseph Drouhin, Cote de Nuits, Burgundy, France
France
750 ml
€620.10
- Varietal
- Pinot Noir
- Region
- Burgundy, Cote de Nuits, Grand Cru
Tasting notes
Musigny is remarkable for its great purity of colour. The aromas are reminiscent of violet and fruit stone when the wine is young. After eight to ten years, these aromas become very refined and complex: fallen leaves, damp earth, moss and hints of fur or leather. The tasting sensations are incomparable in terms of finesse and harmony. The tannins are elegant, although very much alive. Silk and velvet match the liveliness of the acidity. The lingering aftertaste is dominated by hints of rare, exotic woods as well as candied cherry.
Vinification
Harvesting by hand and transportation in small crates to preserve the fruit. Sorting of the grapes two times – in the vineyard and at the winery. Maceration and vinification take 2 to 3 weeks. Fermentation with indigenous yeasts. Maceration and fermentation temperatures are under strict control in order to completely manage the process of extraction (extraction gives colour and substance to a wine but should never be detrimental to its finesse and typical character).
Ageing
In French oak barriques (20% new) for 14 to 18 months.
Food pairing
Excellent with various roasted meats, barbecue, game, soft cheeses, pasta and risotto with pesto, mushroom or tomato sauce.
