COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Domaine des Héritières Louis Jadot
REGION
Burgundy
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - Low
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Pernand-Vergelesses Premier Cru Clos de la Croix Pierre is a red wine from Burgundy, France, produced by Domaine des Héritières Louis Jadot. The vineyard, named for a significant stone cross, is situated within the Pernand-Vergelesses Premier Cru appellation on the Côte de Beaune. The 2022 vintage was characterized by warm and dry weather conditions, influencing the wine's profile. Louis Jadot, established in 1859, is a prominent Burgundy producer with extensive vineyard holdings, known for its consistent quality and focus on expressing regional terroir.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€39
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
14-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyard named after a large stone cross.
Fact 02
Part of the esteemed Pernand-Vergelesses Premier Cru appellation.
Fact 03
Louis Jadot is one of Burgundy's largest wine producers.
Fact 04
2022 was one of Burgundy's warmest and driest vintages on record.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for this Pernand-Vergelesses Premier Cru involves fermentation in tanks, followed by approximately 15 months of maturation in oak barrels. The 2022 vintage saw harvest begin in late August due to warm and dry conditions. Winemaking techniques are consistent across Louis Jadot's appellations, aiming to showcase terroir. For the 2022 vintage, there was experimentation with including up to 30% of grape stems during the process. Sustainable viticultural practices are employed, focusing on biodiversity and soil health.
