Bourgogne Rouge - 2021 - Henri Germain & Fils - 0,75L

A straightforward and delicate Bourgogne Rouge, crafted by Henri Germain, revealing the finesse of Pinot Noir in a fresh and classic vintage.

📋 Characteristics

• Appellation: Bourgogne AOC
• Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Noir
• Vintage: 2021
• Certification: Sustainable viticulture
• Terroir: Parcels around Meursault and Monthelie, clay-limestone soils
• Vinification & Ageing: Hand-harvested grapes, traditional vinification, élevage for 12 months in oak barrels (approx. 10% new)
• Alcohol: 12.5% vol

🍇 Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Light ruby with raspberry highlights
• Nose: Redcurrant, fresh cherry, peony, subtle spicy touch
• Palate: Fine, fluid, light tannins, very drinkable
• Finish: Elegant, driven by acidity and crisp red fruit

🍴 Food Pairings

• 🦞 Roast chicken with thyme jus
• 🥩 Morteau sausage with lentils
• 🍣 Tuna tartare with ginger
• 🧀 Brie de Melun, Reblochon

🫗 Serving Advice

• Serving temperature: 14–15 °C
• Decanting: Not necessary
• Opening time: 30 minutes in the glass

🗓 Cellaring Potential

Drink now or cellar until 2027.

🏰 About the Domaine

Based in Meursault, Domaine Henri Germain is renowned for its classicism and artisanal approach. Though best known for its refined whites, the estate also crafts reds of great finesse. This 2021 Bourgogne delivers a fresh, light, and sincere Pinot Noir, a perfect reflection of the vintage.