COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Domaine Robert Groffier Père & Fils
REGION
Burgundy
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Domaine Robert Groffier Père & Fils Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Amoureuses 2021 is a red wine from Burgundy, France, made from Pinot Noir. The estate is the largest proprietor in the Les Amoureuses vineyard, cultivating vines that are often over 40 years old. This vineyard is classified as Premier Cru and is known for producing wines of notable elegance. The Groffier family has a long history in Burgundy, with the current generation, Nicolas Groffier, managing the estate. The wine's name, Les Amoureuses, translates to 'the female lovers,' suggesting a refined character.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€563
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
16-17°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Les Amoureuses translates to 'the female lovers,' evoking a romantic and delicate character.
Fact 02
Groffier owns one hectare of this highly sought-after vineyard.
Fact 03
Nicolas Groffier considers this his 'beloved wine of his cellar.'
Fact 04
The 2021 vintage saw 40% whole cluster fermentation.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process at Domaine Robert Groffier Père & Fils emphasizes a non-interventionist approach. Viticulture is sustainable, with practices like soil ploughing and rigorous debudding to control yields. Grapes are hand-harvested and sorted. For the 2021 vintage, cold maceration preceded fermentation, which involved punching down. Maceration lasted 17-20 days, with 40% whole clusters used. The wine was aged for 18-20 months in 100% new oak barrels and bottled without fining or filtration.
