Domaine Arlaud Bonnes Mares Grand Cru 2018

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Domaine Arlaud
Label Name:
 
Bonnes Mares Grand Cru
Vintage:
 
2018
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Chambolle‑Musigny, Côte de Nuits (Burgundy)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13.5%
Grape(s):
 
Pinot Noir
Acidity:
 
3
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
Notable scores for the 2018 Arlaud Bonnes‑Mares include Tim Atkin ~98, Jasper Morris MW 94–97, Neal Martin (Vinous) 94–96, Decanter review (high praise); Burghound cited lower 90s

Tasting Note
Concentrated black cherry, blueberry and wild raspberry with violet, iris and subtle sandalwood. Plush, medium‑bodied, minerally core, supple tannins and lively acidity leading to a long, saline finish.

Food Pairing
Western: roast pigeon, duck confit, lamb, roast beef, mushroom risotto. Asian: Peking duck, char siu, soy‑braised pork belly, shiitake mushroom hot pot.

Production Method
Hand‑harvested; ~30% whole clusters; indigenous yeasts; cuve‑bois fermentation with 25–30 day maceration; élevage 14–18 months in oak (max 30% new); bottled unfined and unfiltered.

Vineyard Info
Family domaine founded 1942. Arlaud owns a small 0.2 ha parcel in Bonnes‑Mares (vines c.1979); biodynamic/sustainable practices; limited production.