Domaine Chandon de Briailles, Aloxe-Corton Premier Cru, Les Valozieres, Burgundy
Domaine Chandon de Briailles, Aloxe-Corton Premier Cru, Les Valozieres, Burgundy
An introduction to Domaine Chandon de Briailles, Aloxe-Corton Premier Cru, Les Valozieres, Burgundy
Domaine Chandon de Briailles' Aloxe-Corton "Valozières" is a distinguished expression of one of the Aloxe-Corton appellation's most revered Premier Cru vineyards. This wine exemplifies the domaine's dedication to harnessing the unique terroir characteristics of "Valozières" to produce a Pinot Noir of unmatched depth, complexity and elegance. Embracing biodynamic and organic viticulture, the domaine crafts this wine to showcase the perfect harmony between the nuanced minerality of Aloxe-Corton and the refined expression of Pinot Noir.
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Understanding Domaine Chandon de Briailles, Aloxe-Corton Premier Cru, Les Valozieres, Burgundy
Employing meticulous vineyard management techniques that prioritise ecological balance and soil health, the team ensures that each vine contributes to a wine that is a true representation of its origin. The vinification process, characterised by a minimalist approach, leverages indigenous yeast fermentation, gravity flow processes to preserve fruit purity, and judicious ageing in French oak barrels for 14 to 18 months. These stages enhance the wine's natural elegance and complexity while preserving its fruit purity. Domaine Chandon de Briailles' Aloxe-Corton "Valozières" features dark fruit and a hint of earthy undertones, complemented by a structured yet silky tannin profile. This wine has an excellent callaring capacity.