Beaune 1er Cru Aux Coucherias AOP 2023 1500ml Magnum

Tasting Note for Beaune 1er Cru Aux Coucherias AOP 2023 1500ml Magnum by Boris Champy

Colour & Appearance

Medium-dense, deep purple.

Nose

A profound, serious profile: initially displaying subtle notes of stems, followed by earthy wild mushroom, a touch of celery, dark spices and a hint of brown sugar. Unfolding behind this is juicy fruit of ripe plum, dark cherry and dark berries.

Palate

The palate showcases the typical complexity of the terroir – deep, pure and with sensual radiance. Alongside a discreet extract sweetness and dark spice, the wine impresses with fine-grained, striking tannins. At a svelte 12.5% ABV, the structure feels powerful yet never overburdened; savoury bitter notes and a subtle salinity provide noticeable freshness.

Terroir & Origin

The steep, west-facing plot Clos Montchovet within the Aux Coucherias vineyard site lies just before Bouze-lès-Beaune. The soil is heavily dominated by dark clay and limestone, naturally isolated by trees and gorse. Boris Champy brings his expertise from previous positions in Burgundy as well as the Napa Valley to this site.

Grape Variety & Vinification

100% Pinot Noir from vines planted in the 1950s at a density of around 10,000 vines per hectare. The parcel has been strictly farmed biodynamically since 1985. Harvesting took place prior to the heatwave in early September. Vinification relies on around 50% whole bunches alongside twelve months of ageing in barriques.

Food Pairings

Ideal with rich meat dishes such as braised leg of lamb, venison stew or pan-seared duck breast with a dark berry reduction. It is also an excellent choice alongside aged raw milk cheeses or dishes featuring wild mushrooms.

Key Features

This Premier Cru is the estate’s most structured and age-worthy wine. As a Demeter-certified estate, Domaine Boris Champy demonstrates how much complexity old vines can develop in the impressive 1.5-litre magnum bottle.