COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Domaine Marchand-Tawse
REGION
Burgundy
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Short
Intensity
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Beaune Premier Cru Clos du Roi from Domaine Marchand-Tawse is a 100% Pinot Noir from Burgundy, France. It originates from the historic 'Clos du Roi' vineyard, situated at the northern edge of the Beaune appellation, known for its stony, sandy, and filtering soils. This vineyard has a historical connection to the Dukes of Burgundy and French kings. Domaine Marchand-Tawse cultivates its vines here using biodynamic practices. The 2022 vintage experienced a hot summer, with late August thunderstorms contributing to the ripeness of the grapes.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€579
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
15-17°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Clos du Roi vineyard historically belonged to royalty.
Fact 02
Domaine Marchand-Tawse uses biodynamic farming.
Fact 03
Canadian winemaker Pascal Marchand is a key figure.
Fact 04
The 2022 vintage saw a hot summer with late rain.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for the Beaune Premier Cru Clos du Roi involves hand-harvested grapes. Fermentation is conducted traditionally in open vats, with 10-15% whole bunch inclusion. A full malolactic fermentation is carried out. The wine then undergoes aging for 10 to 12 months in French oak barrels, with 35% of these being new. Some sources indicate aging may also occur in stainless steel.
