Bourgogne Côte d’Or “Les Vaux” Sans Sulfite Ajouté AOC 2023

Wine description for Bourgogne Côte d’Or “Les Vaux” Sans Sulfite Ajouté AOC 2023 by Rougeot Père & Fils

Character

A red-fruited interpretation of Burgundy offering crystalline clarity and unbridled, vibrant energy. This Pinot Noir showcases the radical signature of Pierre-Henri Rougeot: an unvarnished, pure style with transparent fruit, fine mineral tension and remarkable freshness that makes the domain’s transition towards an uncompromising philosophy of quality truly tangible.

Terroir & Origin

The grapes originate from the prestigious Côte de Beaune. Since taking over the 12.6-hectare family estate in 2016, Pierre-Henri has been committed to organic farming (certified since 2020) and the transition to biodynamic practices. The region’s soils form the foundation of his conviction that a great wine can only emerge from healthy, living earth.

Grape Variety & Vinification

100% Pinot Noir, aged in the domain’s historic 18th-century cellars. Pierre-Henri employs whole-bunch fermentation without destemming, allowing the must to ferment spontaneously with indigenous yeasts. As indicated by the diagonally striped labels, this wine is crafted completely without added sulphites during maturation. Bâtonnage, filtration and fining are strictly avoided, lending the wine its astonishingly honest texture.

Food Pairings

A stylish companion to pink-roasted duck breast, classic Coq au Vin or gently braised veal cheeks. The wine also shows at its absolute best alongside mild artisanal charcuterie or served slightly chilled with pan-fried wild mushrooms.