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Size: 1.1 ha (2.7 ac)
Variety: Pinot Noir
Vine Age: Planted in 1920 and 1985
Terroir: Bréterins, facing south with primarily limestone soil and Bas de Duresses, with brown clay soil.
Viticulture: Certified organic (Ecocert), biodynamic
Vinification: 100% de-stemmed, indigenous yeast fermentation in open wooden vats. Aged for 18 months in barrel (25% new oak).
Offering up aromas of red berries, raspberries, plums and spices, the 2018 Auxey-Duresses 1er Cru is medium to full-bodied, charming and succulent, built around lively acids and supple tannins. This is a pretty, elegant Auxey that defies stereotypes of the appellation. As usual, it's a blend of Bretterins and Duresses.
Barrel Sample: 90-92
Producer | Comte Armand |
Country | France |
Region | Burgundy |
Subregion | Auxey Duresses |
Varietal | Pinot Noir |
Vintage | 2018 |
Sku | 05049 |
Size | 750ml |