COTEAUX BOURGUIGNONS

This Coteaux Bourguignons is a red wine from Burgundy, France. Made from Pinot Noir and Gamay, and partially aged in oak barrels, it offers fruity and spicy aromas of cherry, redcurrant, and a hint of rose. It's ideal for pairing with red meats, poultry, and mild cheeses. A fresh and complex wine, recognized by publications like Wine Spectator.

Alcohol: 12.5 %

Grape Variety: Pinot Noir, Gamay

Aging: 7 to 8 months, 20% of the wine in French oak barrels

Region: AOC Régionale, Bourgogne, France

Food pairing: 

Roasted chicken, duck à l'orange, baked lamb, grilled salmon, seared tuna, mushroom ravioli, vegetable lasagna, pesto pasta, goat cheese, brie cheese, young Manchego cheese, etc.

Recommended Servie Temperature: 12 - 14°C (53 - 57°F)

Tasting Notes:

• This wine boasts a bright red color with ruby reflections.
• On the nose, it offers fresh red fruit aromas like cherries and raspberries, complemented by spicy and floral notes.
• The palate is light and fresh, with balanced acidity and soft tannins, making it easy-drinking and very enjoyable.

Wine Profile:

Coteaux Bourguignons is a recent appellation (2011). It allows Burgundy’s red varietals, Pinot Noir and Gamay, to express all their freshness. Though the soils are all composed of calcareous clay, the diversity of the terroirs that span the region from north to south gives this wine lovely, complex aromas, and flavors.

Mentions:

• LE MONDE (JANUARY 21, 2020) - The organic spirit of Albéric Bichot
• INTERNATIONAL WINE CHALLENGE 2017 - Best Red Winemaker of the year
• WINE SPECTATOR - 2016 Vintage (88/100)