Aloxe Corton
Domaine Arnoux Père & Fils - Aloxe Corton
Red,Aloxe Corton
Pinot Noir
history
Located in the heart of the village of Chorey-lès-Beaune in Côte-d'Or, the Domaine Arnoux Père et Fils carries on from generation to generation the art of the vine and the wine. A long family history, René, the grandfather, then two of his five children, Michel and Rémi, expanded the estate and developed bottling. Pascal, the grandson, joined them in 1990. Since 2008, he and his wife Caroline have been at the head of the farm. Pascal Arnoux combines traditional know-how and new technologies to protect the vineyard and offer high quality wines.Today, the Domaine strectches over 20 ha spread over the communes of Chorey-lès-Beaune, Savigny-lès-Beaune, Aloxe-Corton, Beaune, Pernand-Vergelesses and Echevronne. Climates enjoying rich soils and favorable to the production of excellent wines of varied appellations: regional, villages, Premiers Crus and Grand Cru. All wines are harvested, matured and bottled on the estate.
Vineyard
This cuvee is a blend of two plots located in the heart of the village Aloxe-Corton, next to the prestigious appellations of Premiers Crus and Grand Cru. The vineyards got perfect wine-growing locations. Its generous terroirs give to the wine finesse and strength. The soils are reddish brown with flint and limestone debris mixed in, and are rich in potassium and phosphoric acid. Rocky soils favours complex wines.
Winemaking
100% harvested by hand - Vatting time: about twenty days then ageing in oak barrels during 12 months - 3 to 4 months in stainless steel vats then bottling.
Tasting notes
Dark and deep colour, this wine is introducing mature red fruit aromas such as black cherry and blackberry. His deep soil gives it a vigorous and well-balanced palate. Full bodied Pinot Noir, robust and refined. The mouth is revealing a firm and well-built body, rich, with pleasant tannins.
Food pairing
It combines well with all meats, roasted or in sauce, games and many cheeses. Around 15-16°C to preserve his aromas.
Aging potential
Between 5 and 10 years, even more for great vintages.
Grape varieties
Pinot Noir
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