Bachelet Monnot Bourgogne Rouge 2020

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Bachelet Monnot
Label Name:
 
Bourgogne Rouge
Vintage:
 
2020
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Bourgogne (Côte d'Or / Maranges, Puligny, Hautes-Côtes de Beaune)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13.5%
Grape(s):
 
Pinot Noir
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
14-16°C

Awards/Ratings
Vinous (Neal Martin) 86-88/100; Jasper Morris/Inside Burgundy 87-89/100; Burghound ~86-89/100 (sources report these scores for 2020)

Tasting Note
Fresh red cherry, raspberry and cranberry with floral violet lift, light underbrush and subtle spice. Medium-bodied, chalky texture, fine acidity and a slightly bitter, saline finish.

Food Pairing
Roast chicken, duck breast, pork loin, mushroom risotto, charcuterie and soft cheeses; Asian: yakitori, teriyaki chicken, miso-glazed salmon, ramen with pork, grilled shiitake and Korean BBQ (pork or chicken).

Production Method
Blend of parcels from Puligny, Maranges and Hautes-Côtes. 20–25% whole-cluster fermentation, indigenous yeasts, concrete/steel ferments, 10–12 months in barrel (mostly used), minimal new oak.

Vineyard Info
Domaine Bachelet-Monnot (Marc & Alexandre Bachelet), family domaine in Dezize-lès-Maranges; c.10ha including Maranges, Puligny and Santenay holdings, established from family vineyards and focused on quality Burgundian Pinot and Chardonnay.