Santenay 2023 Rouge

France, Burgundy, Cote de Beaune, Santenay
Bottle
Ratings
89/100 Wine Searcher · 87-90/100 Jasper Morris MW
Identity
Producer Simon Colin
Year 2023
Vol 0.75
Grapes 100% Pinot Noir
Color Red
Sweetness Dry
Tasting
Aroma pure red cherry aromas with mineral expression
Palate fine tannins with good structure
Aging Potential 5+ years
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
AVERAGE
Enology
Organic Yes
Biodynamic Yes
Aging Process 12-15 months in barrels with 25-33% new wood
Fermentation 10% whole-bunch fermentation and 10% vinification intégrale, barrel-fermentation, 10-15 day cuvaison
Terroir
Soil clay-limestone
Vine Age 18
Interesting facts
0.7-hectare holding across three plots. 25% whole bunches and one-third new oak. Sustainable vineyard practices.