Burgundy Côtes d'Auxerre Cuvée Louis Bersan Rouge Magnum 2023

France, Burgundy, Grand Auxerrois, Burgundy Côtes d'Auxerre
Bottle
Ratings
1 star in Guide Hachette des Vins 2026 for a related cuvée
Awards
1 star Guide Hachette des Vins 2026 (for Cuvée Jeu de Mains)
Identity
Producer Domaine Bersan
Vol 1.5
Grapes 100% Pinot Noir
Color red
Sweetness dry
Tasting
Color Desc ruby red
Aroma Lifted aromas of red cherry, crushed pepper, wet stone, floral notes, red fruits, minerality, and subtle spice
Palate Bright and finely tuned palate with lean red fruit, hint of iron, perfectly composed tannins, elegant, mineral, and precise
Finish Quiet strength with a balanced finish showing finesse, freshness, and lingering minerality
Food Pairing Pairs well with poultry, grilled meats, charcuterie, and mild cheeses
Aging Potential 8 to 10 years
Serving Glassware Burgundy glass
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
Sugar (g/l) Sugar free
Aging Process Aged in barrels (barriques) to develop structure and aromatic richness
Fermentation Cold pre-fermentation maceration for 5-6 days, indigenous yeast alcoholic fermentation at 28°C, gentle remontage, maceration about 3 weeks, delicate pressing, malolactic fermentation
Terroir
Soil Argilo-calcaire (clay-limestone) soils of the Kimmeridgian
Vine Age 50 years
Harvest Type manual
Harvest Desc Hand-harvested grapes from old vines on slopes facing south-southeast
Interesting facts
Domaine Bersan is a family estate inherited from Louis Bersan, located in Saint Bris Le Vineux, with 22 hectares of organic vineyards since 2012.