2021 Laurent Pataille Marsannay Es Chezots, Cote de Nuits, France
$100.00
- Size: 0.17 ha (0.42 ac)
- Vine Age: Planted in 2001
- Terroir: Located in Les Echezeaux, a cooler site tucked away as the valley turns. Rocky soils with little clay, resulting in a floral and lifted expression.
- Viticulture: Organic (in official conversion as of 2020), biodynamic methods
- Vinification: No added SO2 during vinification or aging. 50-75% whole cluster, 2-week ambient yeast fermentation with alternating daily punch-downs and pump-overs. Aged for 15 months in barrels (0-30% new). SO2 added before bottling (25-40 ppm total).
Specs
- Country France
- Region Burgundy
- Appellation Fixin
- Style Red Wine
- Producer Laurent Pataille
- Farming Practices Organic
- Grapes Pinot Noir
- Food Pairings Stinky Cheese, Gamey Meats, Roast White Meats, Braised Things
- Characteristics Flexes w/ Food, Dressed to Impress, Aromatic, Big Power