COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Domaine d'Ardhuy
REGION
Burgundy
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
D'Ardhuy Monopole Le Clos des Langres Rouge 2019 is a Pinot Noir from Burgundy, France. The wine is produced by Domaine d'Ardhuy from their historic 'Le Clos des Langres' vineyard, a walled monopole with origins in the 10th century. This vineyard is considered the symbolic heart of the estate, which is managed by the seven daughters of Gabriel d'Ardhuy, continuing a long family tradition in Burgundian winemaking. The estate's location is on the border of the Côte de Beaune and Côte de Nuits, with vines planted in brown limestone soils on a southeast-facing slope. The 2019 vintage is noted for its favorable maturation and structure.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€58
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
15-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Le Clos des Langres vineyard dates back to the 10th century.
Fact 02
The estate is managed by seven sisters, a unique family legacy.
Fact 03
Vines range from 25 to 65 years old, offering complexity.
Fact 04
The vineyard is a historic 'monopole,' meaning it's owned by a single producer.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for D'Ardhuy Monopole Le Clos des Langres Rouge begins with hand-harvested Pinot Noir grapes. Fermentation is carried out naturally using indigenous yeasts in small vats, allowing for precise monitoring of each batch. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 12 to 18 months in French oak barrels, including traditional 228-liter 'pièces bourguignonnes.' The estate adheres to ethical, organic, and sustainable farming practices, holding Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE) Niveau 3 certification.
