Ratings
highly praised by critics for precision · purity · and impressive aging potential
Identity
| Producer | Domaine Leroy |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | village level |
| Grapes | Pinot Noir |
| Color | red |
| Sweetness | dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | red color |
| Aroma | aromas of black cherry, peony, sweet spices, licorice, subtle smoky touch, dark berries, mulberry, grilled game bird, spices, rose petals |
| Palate | silky texture, broad and enveloping, rich core of fruit, ripe acids, powdery tannins, depth, purity, elegance, balance between power and finesse |
| Finish | exceptional length, lingering finish with tertiary aromas of truffle, undergrowth, and faded rose |
| Food Pairing | pigeon roasted with cherries, Bresse poultry with morels, veal fillet with truffle sauce, also enjoyable alone |
| Aging Potential | can age in cellar until 2045 or beyond |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Astringency (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
AVERAGE
Enology
| Biodynamic | Yes |
| Aging Process | vinification with wood fermentation in upright vats; aging in oak barrels |
| Fermentation | wood fermentation in upright vats |
Terroir
| Soil | calcareous clay soil |
| Harvest Type | manual |
Interesting facts
| Produced by Lalou Bize-Leroy, a legendary figure in Burgundy; biodynamic viticulture; very limited quantities making it highly collectible; often surpasses many premier cru wines despite village classification |
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