Santenay 1er Cru "La Comme" Vieilles Vignes (Red)

Origine

The other great Santenay, “La Comme”... is a terroir which we know like the back of our hand. This is one of the most famous climats in Santenay. Our parcel is planted with old vines (1955) and gives us the kind of raw material we like to work with: low yields of small grapes, characteristic of their terroir.  Ideally located in the middle of the appellation, with an open 360° exposure, the vineyard soaks up every ray of sunshine. The panoramic view is magnificent and also gives us a nice view over our “Morgeot “ vines. In contrast to our “Clos Rousseau” wines, both in terms of geography and character, “La Comme” is a Santenay from the Chassagne side of the village.

Vinification

Vinification: cold pre-fermentation maceration (4 days), alcoholic fermentation (12 days) post fermentation maceration (6 days). Ageing: the wine is transferred into barrels while warm and aged for 14 months: 12 months in barrel on the lees without racking, followed by 2 months in vat. 100% in oak barrels, of which 30% are new.

Notes de dégustation

A mineral, structured, powerful and concentrated wine, with good ageing potential, which a short, gentle, vinification has tamed to liberate the lovely potential hidden under its solid frame. It oozes with candied and jammy black fruit.

Mets d'accompagnements

Red meats (grilled or in a sauce) and mature cheeses