Features
Name:
Bourgogne Épineuil L'Âme Des Dannots Aoc 2020
Terrain:
Kimmeridian limestones - grey marl
Cellar
Dominique is the custodian of a heritage with an 800-year history. Following a donation from the lord of Tonnerre in 1212, the monks of Quincy Abbey identified Epineuil as an exceptional terroir for the production of quality wine. They then developed an'intense activity around this splendid vineyard, which quickly became renowned beyond those borders. The vineyard prospered until it was destroyed by phylloxera at the end of the 19th century. The winegrowers then replanted the best vineyards. In 1990, the Gruhier family began the restoration of this magnificent property that had already been renovated in the 18th century, work that would continue for the next 20 years. In 2010, the Domaine began the process of conversion to organic farming and in 2012 the 800th anniversary of the estate was celebrated. Now the Domaine covers 28 hectares and produces Bourgogne Epineuil and Bourgogne Tonnerre, but also and above all great Chablis. Epineuil is a small commune of only 100 hectares in total. It is located in the Tonnerrois region in northern France, making it a very cool wine region. The famous Chablis-like limestone soils, combined with a unique microclimate, favour excellent growing conditions for Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Gris. DOMINIQUE GRUHIER now produces an extraordinary range of wines with the almost forgotten red designation 'Epineuil'. The wines are classic in style and with the change in philosophy (and climate!) have found new depth and perspective. This is one of the largest red wine estates in the northernmost appellations of Burgundy.
Description
It is the purest and most authentic expression of the philosophy that Dominique wishes to convey through his wines: an elegant and expressive red, L'Ame Des Dannots is a 100% Pinot Noir wine, produced from particularly rich grapes, thanks to the concentration of limestone that characterises the Epineuil soil. It has great ageing potential. Dominique Gruhier has been moving towards wines without sulphites or with minimal quantities since 1999, when at the time, the term 'natural wine' was not yet known. With this approach, he seeks purity of fruit, goodness, digestibility and vivacity in every bottle.
Organoleptic characteristics:
Intense ruby colour, at first glance the nose evokes tertiary perceptions of leather followed by spicy and earthy notes. With successive aerations, notes of red fruit jam emerge, mingling with notes of undergrowth and humus. On the palate, wild strawberry, currant and liquorice notes emerge. The tannins give it balance and a remarkable elegance
Storage time:
2-10 years
Vinification
Fermentation using local yeasts and the so-called whole cluster method, whereby the grapes and stems are not separated until the end of this phase
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