COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Domaine Génot-Boulanger
REGION
Burgundy
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Beaune-Grèves Premier Cru from Domaine Génot-Boulanger is a Pinot Noir from the esteemed Beaune Premier Cru appellation in Burgundy. The 'Les Grèves' vineyard, meaning 'stony,' is characterized by its gravelly, sandy, and clay-limestone soils, with vines planted in the mid-slope of Beaune. Domaine Génot-Boulanger, a family estate now in its fourth generation, is managed by Aude and Guillaume Lavollée, who are committed to respecting Burgundy's terroirs and employ organic and biodynamic farming methods. The 2020 vintage was marked by an early harvest, resulting in balanced grapes.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€85
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
'Les Grèves' translates to 'stony' in old French, referencing the vineyard's soil.
Fact 02
Vines in the Génot-Boulanger parcel were planted in the 1960s and 1980s.
Fact 03
The domaine utilizes horse-plowing in its vineyards.
Fact 04
The 2020 vintage saw an early harvest starting in late August.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for this Beaune-Grèves Premier Cru involves de-stemming the Pinot Noir grapes before fermentation, which is carried out using natural yeasts. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes aging in oak barrels for a period of 12 to 18 months. During this aging process, a varying percentage of new oak is utilized, contributing to the wine's structure and flavor profile. The domaine actively practices organic and biodynamic farming, including the use of horse-plowing, reflecting a commitment to sustainable viticulture.
