Beaune Rouge 1er Cru "Les Epennotes" 2021 | Wine from Domaine Dominique Lafon

Beaune Rouge 1er Cru "Les Epennotes" 2021 | Wine from Domaine Dominique Lafon

The Domaine Dominique Lafon, an iconic figure of Burgundy, is renowned for its meticulous work and respect for the terroir. Drawing from his expertise at the helm of Domaine des Comtes Lafon, Dominique Lafon applies his know-how to achieve excellence in viticulture, enhancing the purest expression of Pinot Noir.

The "Les Epennotes" climate, located on the edge of Pommard, lies on a deep clay-limestone soil that imparts power and finesse to the wine. This particularly well-exposed terroir allows for optimal ripening of the grapes, giving birth to a wine that is deep, structured, and balanced.

The Beaune Rouge 1er Cru "Les Epennotes" 2021 benefits from a rigorous vinification, ensuring great aromatic precision and beautiful structure:

• Manual harvesting and strict selection, ensuring the selection of the best berries.
• Natural fermentation in vats, with indigenous yeasts, to preserve the authenticity of the vintage.
• Gentle maceration and controlled extraction, bringing complexity and suppleness to the tannins.
• 12 months of aging in oak barrels, with a moderate proportion of new wood, allowing for subtle refinement without overshadowing the fruit.

The Beaune Rouge 1er Cru "Les Epennotes" 2021 adorns itself with a deep ruby color, heralding an elegant and racy wine.

On the nose, it reveals a beautiful aromatic palette blending raspberry, black cherry, and blackberry, complemented by nuances of sweet spices, undergrowth, and a subtle smoky touch.

On the palate, the attack is fleshy and velvety, with a nice acidity that energizes the ensemble. The tannic structure is refined, offering a persistent length on the palate and a finely spiced finish.

This 2021 vintage, both powerful and balanced, presents a superb aging potential, but can also be enjoyed now after a light aeration.

The Beaune Rouge 1er Cru "Les Epennotes" 2021 is a gastronomic wine, which will enhance elegant and flavorful dishes.

It will perfectly accompany a grilled rib of beef, where the tenderness of the meat will find a perfect balance with the tannic structure of the wine.

A herb-crusted veal roast, whose delicacy will be magnified by the finesse and freshness of the Pinot Noir.

Roasted or sauced poultry dishes, such as a chicken with morels, which will bring out the aromatic richness and elegance of the vintage.

Finally, a platter of aged cheeses, notably an Époisses or a Langres, will highlight the complexity and depth of the wine.

• Type of wine: Dry red wine
• Origin: Burgundy, France
• Appellation: Beaune 1er Cru AOP
• Estate: Domaine Dominique Lafon
• Vintage: 2021
• Grape variety: 100% Pinot Noir
• Terroir: Deep clay-limestone soils, ideal temperate climate
• Vinification: Natural fermentation, indigenous yeasts, gentle maceration
• Aging: 12 months in oak barrels, with a moderate proportion of new wood
• Alcohol content: 13.5%
• Cellaring: 2024 - 2035
• Format: 75 cl
• Appearance: Deep ruby
• Aromas: Raspberry, black cherry, blackberry, sweet spices, undergrowth
• Serving temperature: 16-18°C
• Pairings: Grilled rib of beef, herb-crusted veal roast, poultry with morels, aged Époisses