COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Joseph Drouhin
REGION
Burgundy
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Joseph Drouhin Beaune Premier Cru 'Aux Cras' 2018 is a red wine from Burgundy, France, made from 100% Pinot Noir. It is classified as Beaune Premier Cru AOC. The 'Aux Cras' vineyard is situated northwest of Beaune on the upper slopes of the hill, characterized by clay and limestone soils. The name 'Cras' itself signifies stony and limestone ground. Maison Joseph Drouhin, founded in 1880, is a family-owned estate known for its commitment to expressing Burgundy's terroirs, with their own vineyards farmed biodynamically. The 2018 vintage experienced a warm and dry growing season.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€89
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
16-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name 'Cras' comes from a medieval term for stony, limestone soil.
Fact 02
The 'Aux Cras' vineyard site was recognized for its quality by the Romans.
Fact 03
Joseph Drouhin is a pioneer in biodynamic farming for its own vineyards.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Joseph Drouhin Beaune Premier Cru 'Aux Cras' 2018 is produced using 100% Pinot Noir grapes. The winemaking process involves total destemming followed by fermentation and maceration in small open vats for 2 to 3 weeks, utilizing indigenous yeasts and techniques such as cap punching and pumping-over. Pressing is conducted in a vertical press. The wine then undergoes aging for 14 to 16 months in oak barrels, with 20% to 25% new oak. Grapes are harvested by hand into open-work crates, with sorting if needed. Joseph Drouhin's own vineyards are farmed biodynamically, and they adhere to strict specifications for grapes sourced from partners.
