An exceptional Grand Cru, combining finesse and complexity, from the prestigious Romanée-Saint-Vivant climat.
📋 Characteristics
• Appellation: Romanée-Saint-Vivant Grand Cru AOC
• Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Noir
• Vintage: 2022
• Certification: Biodynamic practices
• Terroir: Deep clay-limestone soils in Vosne-Romanée, benefiting from favorable east exposure
• Vinification & Ageing: Hand harvesting, fermentation in open vats with indigenous yeasts, élevage in French oak barrels (50% new) for approximately 15 to 18 months
🍇 Tasting Notes
• Appearance: Deep ruby red with garnet reflections
• Nose: Complex aromas of red and black fruits (cherry, blackberry), floral notes (violet, rose), and spicy touches (pepper, licorice)
• Palate: Elegant and silky, with fine tannins and vibrant freshness, revealing ripe fruit flavors and subtle minerality
• Finish: Long and persistent, marked by a perfect harmony between power and finesse
🍴 Food Pairings
• 🦆 Duck breast with cherries
• 🍄 Truffle risotto
• 🥩 Beef filet en croûte
• 🧀 Aged cheeses such as Comté or Brie de Meaux
🗓 Cellaring Potential
Enjoy now to appreciate its freshness, or cellar until 2035 for evolution toward more complex tertiary aromas.
🏰 About the Domaine
Located in Nuits-Saint-Georges, Domaine de l’Arlot is renowned for its commitment to biodynamics and respect for terroir. Its wines reflect remarkable finesse and purity, hallmarks of Burgundy’s great crus.