Chandon de Briailles : Pernand-Vergelesses 1er cru "Les Vergelesses" 2023

Characteristics and Tasting Notes for the Pernand-Vergelesses 1er Cru "Les Vergelesses" 2023 Chandon de Briailles

Tasting

Colour
The colour reveals a deep ruby red hue, taking on subtle bluish or crimson glints as it evolves.

Nose
The aromatic bouquet opens with scents of fresh red fruit, evoking strawberry, raspberry and cherry, harmoniously complemented by delicate floral touches reminiscent of violet.

Palate
The palate stands out for its finely grained tannic structure and silky texture. Bright acidity brings remarkable freshness, underscoring the elegance of this wine through to a beautifully persistent finish.

Food and Wine Pairing

This wine pairs beautifully with grilled or roasted red meats, such as a rib of beef. It also enhances feathered game, such as pheasant or young partridge, as well as venison served with a red fruit sauce. When it comes to cheese, it pairs perfectly with pressed, aged cheeses like Comté or regional specialities such as Époisses.

Service and Storage

To fully appreciate this Pernand-Vergelesses 1er Cru "Les Vergelesses" 2023, it is recommended to serve it at a temperature between 15 and 17°C. This wine has fine ageing potential and can be enjoyed until around 2030.

Other Characteristics

Yields at the estate are particularly well controlled, ranging between 35 and 40 hectolitres per hectare in order to favour aromatic concentration. The pH of this wine ranges between 3.3 and 3.6.

The Authentic Expression of a Burgundy Terroir by the Chandon de Briailles Estate

The Estate

Founded in 1834 in France, in the Burgundy region, the Chandon de Briailles estate spans 14 hectares in the heart of the Côte de Beaune. This historic family estate is now run by brother-and-sister duo Claude and François de Nicolay. A pioneer in environmental practices, the estate stands out for having fully converted to certified biodynamic farming since 2011. Soil work is carried out largely with horses, reflecting a deep commitment to respecting the ecosystem and showcasing prestigious terroirs.

The Vineyard

The Pernand-Vergelesses 1er Cru "Les Vergelesses" comes from plots located at an altitude ranging from 250 to 300 metres, benefiting from a favourable south and southeast exposure. The vines thrive on gentle to moderate slopes, rooted in clay-limestone soils resting on marl and limestone. This geological diversity provides optimal drainage and greatly contributes to the complexity of the grapes.

The Vintage

The year 2023 offered excellent weather conditions, allowing the berries to reach optimal physiological ripeness. Harvesting, which began in the first half of September, benefited from favourable weather, with fruit picked at ideal temperatures, ensuring fine concentration and impeccable health.

Winemaking and Aging

Following hand-harvesting and rigorous sorting, the winemaking of the Pernand-Vergelesses 1er Cru "Les Vergelesses" 2023 includes a significant proportion of whole clusters to encourage gentle extraction. The wine is then aged for 14 to 20 months in historic thirteenth-century cellars. This ageing takes place in oak barrels, with a very limited proportion of new wood, without any mechanical racking.

Grape Variety

100% Pinot Noir