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Beaune Clos des Mouches Pinot Noir
1er Cru
2005
Grape Variety : Pinot Noir
Soil : Limestone with clay
Site : Chanson is one of the major owners of Clos des Mouches with a vineyard of 4.5 hectares. Ideal location on the hill at the southern end of the vineyards of Beaune on a spur pointing toward Pommard . A plot of 2.5 hectares is planted with Pinot Noir on a limestone subsoil covered with clay.
The Vintage 2005 : Harvest took place in the early days of September after a dry and very hot summer after a superb growing season - long and cold winter followed by a rainy and humid spring. Exceptional weather conditions for an exceptional vintage. Full maturation of the grapes and good concentration. Aging in oak cask during 15 months.
Tasting : Dark ruby colour. Intense aromas of red berries mixed with cocoa and vanilla. Ample, generous and well-crafted. Good aromatic density. Harmonious oak note and well-defined tannic structure. Good persistence.
Food pairing : Can be enjoyed with red meat, grilled or "en sauce" and our local cheeses like Epoisses, Citeaux and Langres.
