CORTON GRAND CRU
Les Perrières
This wine has a deep purple color, with dark red velvet. Its bouquet is full-bodied. It expresses itself through fruity accents such as blueberry and redcurrant, or floral ones such as violet. It evolves towards undergrowth, leather, pepper and liquorice. Powerful, full-bodied and structured on the palate. It has chewiness and body.
Name: Corton Perrières Grand Cru
Vine age: 40 years old
Density: 10,000 plants / hectare
Soil: Clay-limestone
Grape variety: Pinot Noir
Vinification: 100% de-stemming; pre-fermentation maceration (4 to 5 days); pumping over and punching down; vatting time 10 to 20 days; aged in oak barrels for 10 to 12 months with 25 to 30% new barrels.
Characteristic:
Visual: Deep purple colour
Olfactory: Full, fruity or floral bouquet
Taste: Powerful, full-bodied, structured
Food and wine pairing: Perfect with strong meats (game, roast or grilled beef) and intense cheeses. Serve between 14° and 16°C.