History
Die Domaine des Riottes in Meursault, die vier Hektar Weinberge besitzt, bietet eine schöne Auswahl an Weinen der Côte de Beaune
Grape variety
Pinot Noir
Origin
At the heart of the Côte de Beaune, the village of Pommard is located on a slope in the middle of the vineyards.
Soil
Clay and limestone soils which drain well thanks to a gravel rock debris.
Vinification
Traditional vinification in thermo-regulated stainless steel. Pre-fermentation - cold maceration. Long fermentation during which pigeages and pumping over are performed. Post-fermentation - maceration at 30°C for 5 days. Ageing in oak barrrels between 8 to 16 months. 40 to 50% of new oak.
sensory characteristic
Colour
Beautiful colour with coppery reflections.
Nose
After fews years in bottle, the nose is complex, fine and distinguished: spices, undergrowth, black fruits, faded flowers.
Palate
In the mouth the tannins have softened but keep power and richness with a mineral note bringing character and personality on the finish.
Recommendations
Grilled red meat with sauce, beef steak, lamb or poultry stew pairs well with the firm texture of the tannins and concentrated flavors. Cheeses with flavors developed : Epoisses, Langres, Soumaintrain, Livarot, Pont-l'Evêque but also Comté.
Serving
15-17°C
Cellar potential
Drink within 10 years.