COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Abbotts & Delaunay
REGION
Languedoc-Roussillon
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Métairie d’Alon Pinot Noir Le Village 2022 is a red wine from Abbotts & Delaunay, produced under the IGP Pays d'Oc in the Languedoc-Roussillon, France. Founded by Burgundian winemaker Laurent Delaunay, Abbotts & Delaunay aims to craft elegant, terroir-driven wines. This particular cuvée, 'Le Village', emphasizes the specific character of the Magrie area, drawing parallels to Burgundian winemaking. The grapes are cultivated on high-altitude plots, benefiting from a climate conducive to slow ripening. The producer's philosophy centers on meticulous vineyard selection and restrained winemaking to express the unique qualities of the Languedoc terroir.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€25
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The 'Le Village' designation mirrors Burgundian tradition, highlighting the specific terroir of Magrie.
Fact 02
Grapes are organically grown, reflecting a commitment to natural viticulture.
Fact 03
Some vines are planted on north-facing slopes to aid slow ripening in a warm region.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Métairie d’Alon Pinot Noir Le Village 2022 is produced from organically grown grapes that are hand-harvested. Following crushing and destemming, the grapes undergo maceration in open stainless steel tanks for approximately two weeks, with techniques like rack and return and punching of the cap employed. Fermentation is managed in stainless steel tanks, with temperatures not exceeding 23°C. Malolactic fermentation is also part of the process. For aging, 60% of the wine matures in stainless steel for nine months, while 40% is aged in used oak barrels (3- and 4-year-old) for six months.
