13%vol

Pierre Ferraud & Fils

PINOT NOIR, THE HISTORY

Originally from Burgundy, Pinot Noir is a complex vine, considered as the best interpreter par excellence of the soils of the Côte d'Or; it is a grape capable of reflecting every nuance of the land in which it is grown. Pinot noir plays a key role in the region's worldwide reputation; an ancient cultivar, it is the basis of the larger family known as noiriens and, as such, is the father of a multitude of other varieties. The first written testimony of the vine, under the name of Pinot Noir or "Plant Fin", dates back to 1375.


PINOT NOIR, THE GRAPE

The name takes up the tight formation of its clusters, small and compact, similar to a pine cone. Grapes with a fine and delicate skin, give an intense color with bluish or deep purple hues. Difficult variety to cultivate, it is very susceptible to vine diseases, requires a northern climate to thrive and express all its complexity.



Characteristics
In the 30,052 hectares of vineyards in production (4.5% of vineyards destined for AOC productions) about 194 million bottles are produced every year, equal to 0.5% of world wine production. Soil and subsoil were formed between 150 and 180 million years ago, made up of marine marl and limestone from the Jurassic period. From the limestone, the roots extract the characteristics that we find in Burgundy wines: finesse, richness and minerality.


Soil:
calcareous


Grapes:
Pinot noir


Vinification:
semi-carbonic maceration AGING POTENTIAL: 2/3 years


Tasting Notes:
Ruby in color with purplish hues, it has good intensity; the nose releases aromas of small red fruits (blueberries, currants) and spices. On the palate the tannin is soft and delicate.