Beaune Clos des Couchereaux 1er Cru

Wine information: The vineyards of Beaune are the most extensive of the Côte de Beaune, between Savign to the north, and Pommard to the south. There are no Grands Crus vineyards in this commune, but there are 36 Premiers Crus. A majority of the Beaune vineyards are located on the slopes so therefore a majority of them are rated Premier Cru and Louis Jadot's Clos des Couchereaux is one of these. This red 1er Cru has a southerly exposure and the soil is clay and chalk with some alluvial soil on the surface. The soil is deep, well drained and warms up quickly. Fermentation for this wine took place in open vats for three to four weeks, after which the wine was aged in barrels for 18 months before being bottled. 100% Pinot Noir.

Tasting Notes: Louis Jadot Beaune 1er Cru Clos des Couchereaux has a deep ruby colour. Thanks to its exposure, it develops powerful aromas of matured red fruits. It is a structured wine, with good tannins, rich and able to age.

Food & Wine match: It will accompany most meat dishes, whether they be light or strongly sauced, as well as most cheese.

Reviews: "The 2009 Beaune Clos des Couchereaux is impressive. Silky tannins frame a radiant, expressive core of fruit. This is a beautiful, refined Beaune that should drink well right out of the gate. Clean mineral notes frame the gorgeous finish, where floral notes add lift and freshness. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2019." 90-92 Points, Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate

"A somber and restrained nose of intensely earthy blue berry, red currant and plum aromas merges seamlessly into delicious, detailed and supple middle weight flavors that possess a textured yet silky mouth feel that is reasonably generous though not flabby, all wrapped in a firm, dusty and mouth coating finish. I like the complexity and while this, at present anyway, displays little of the typical generosity of a classic Beaune, there is a lovely restraint to this wine. Worth a look for those who want a touch of 2008 in their 2009." 89 - 92 Points, drink 2016+, Allen Meadows' Burghound.com

 
     

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