COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2009
GRAPE
100% Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Domaine Drouhin-Laroze
REGION
Burgundy
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru from Domaine Drouhin-Laroze is a distinguished red wine from the Côte de Nuits in Burgundy, France, crafted from 100% Pinot Noir. The appellation itself is unique, spanning two communes, with Domaine Drouhin-Laroze's parcel located entirely within Chambolle-Musigny. This specific plot is characterized by its 'terres rouges' – shallow, clay, and iron-rich soils. The domaine, a sixth-generation family estate founded in 1850, is committed to quality, focusing on practices that enhance flavor intensity. The name 'Bonnes Mares' itself carries historical intrigue, possibly linked to nuns or Roman deities. The 2009 vintage provided the conditions for a wine built for longevity, showcasing the classic, structured style for which this Grand Cru is renowned.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€215
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name 'Bonnes Mares' may refer to 'good mothers' (nuns) or ancient Roman goddesses.
Fact 02
Domaine Drouhin-Laroze's plot is exclusively on the 'terres rouges' (red soils) side.
Fact 03
This wine is proportioned for extensive cellaring, with a drinking window starting in 2024.
Fact 04
The domaine uses 80% new oak, with light to medium-plus toasts for harmony.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Domaine Drouhin-Laroze employs a winemaking approach focused on expressing the unique terroir of its Grand Cru vineyards. For its Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru, the domaine utilizes gentle extraction techniques, having transitioned from punching down to pumping over during fermentation. This method aims to achieve a balanced extraction of color, tannins, and aromas. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes maturation in oak barrels, with a significant proportion (around 80%) being new oak from French forests. The toast levels are carefully selected to complement, rather `than dominate, the wine's inherent characteristics. Vineyard practices, such as reducing the number of bunches per vine, are employed to concentrate flavors and ensure high quality.
