Saint-Romain rouge “Sous Roche” AOC 2022

Wine Description for Saint-Romain rouge “Sous Roche” AOC 2022 by Henri & Gilles Buisson

Colour & Appearance

Presents a fairly transparent purple red.

Nose

Initially restrained and shy on the nose. With a little air, nuances of cherry, raspberry and plum unfold, underpinned by notes of warm puff pastry and hand-warm peat.

Palate

On the palate, the wine presents itself as supple, sensuous and full of cool clarity. The fruit appears ripe yet crunchy with hints of sour cherries. A fine extract sweetness meets firm, ripe tannins and a fresh acid structure. The mouthfeel is grippy, slightly earthy and subtly herbal-spicy.

Terroir & Origin

The grapes come from the east-facing steep site Sous Roche in Burgundy’s hidden gem, Saint-Romain. At around 350 metres altitude, cool nights ensure slow ripening. The calcareous marl soil (Calcosol sur marne) lends this Pinot Noir its remarkable mineral structure.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Crafted from 60-year-old Pinot Noir vines. Following hand-harvesting, partial destemming and spontaneous fermentation, the wine matures for ten to twelve months in used barriques and tonneaux. Henri & Gilles Buisson have been cultivating their vineyards according to biodynamic principles since 1947, vinifying with minimal intervention.

Food Pairings

Excellent with braised pheasant, classic Boeuf Bourguignon or seared duck breast served pink.

Particularities

A fascinating Burgundy tip from a cool, high-altitude site that perfectly strikes the balance between rustic power and silky finesse.