COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Bernard Tornay
REGION
Champagne
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Bernard Tornay Bouzy Rouge is a still red wine from the Coteaux Champenois AOC, specifically from the Grand Cru village of Bouzy in Champagne. This wine represents a historical tradition of still red wine production in a region primarily known for sparkling wine. The Bernard Tornay estate has a history dating back to the 17th century, now managed by the fifth generation, Nathalie Tornay-Hutasse and Rudy Hutasse, who focus on qualitative winemaking principles. Bouzy is a highly regarded appellation for Pinot Noir, benefiting from favorable vineyard sites.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
€27
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
14-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Bouzy Rouge was historically served at French royal coronations.
Fact 02
It's considered a rare 'vin de civilisation'.
Fact 03
The producer is a key supplier of red wine for Champagne rosé d'assemblage.
Fact 04
Bouzy is a Grand Cru village for Pinot Noir.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Bernard Tornay Bouzy Rouge 2018 was fermented in stainless steel tanks. Following fermentation, the wine underwent aging in oak barrels for about a year, potentially including large oak foudres. The producer's approach emphasizes qualitative principles and limited production, focusing on the purity of grapes from their estate vineyards, which are known for their Pinot Noir.
