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Joseph Drouhin
- Production region Côte de Nuits
- Color Red
- Classification Communale
- Vintage 2001
Grape Variety :
Gamay.
Vineyard
Site: at the northenmost limit of the Beaujolais appellation; one of the most reputed Crus of Beaujolais.
History & tradition: a charming tradition makes it the perfect wine for Valentine's Day!
Soil: pink granite on a steep slope.
Viticulture
Density: 9 000 vines/ha, to check the strength of the varietal.
Pruning: Gobelet method (Goblet pruning), very short, to control yield.
Vinification
Harvesting: by hand.
Method: traditional for Beaujolais; semi-carbonic maceration, full bunches of grapes.
Maceration: 4 to 10 days.
Ageing: stainless steel vat.
Tasting note by Véronique Boss-Drouhin
"Easily recognizable for its beautiful purple colour and typical aromas of violet and musk. Ample and round on the palate. Long aftertaste, with intense fruit".
Vintage
The wines show a nice deep colour as well as a solid tannic structure . The bouquet is also intense with notes of ripe red fruits. It is a great vintage.
Serving
Temperature: 15°C (57°F).
Cellaring: 2 to 6 years.
