Corton Grand Cru Clos du Roi 2017 Dubreuil Fontaine
Located in the Côte de Beaune, Domaine Dubreuil-Fontaine, a family owned Domaine for more than 140 years uses the noble grape varieties of Chardonnay and Pinot noir to make up its wide range of 22 appellations : starting from the fruity Bourgogne, to the lively village, from the prestigious Premier cru to the rare Grand Cru. Its vineyards cover the villages of: Pernand-Vergelesses, Aloxe-Corton and Savigny Les Beaune, Pommard, Beaune and Volnay.
Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Noir.
Tasting Notes: At first, a bouquet of red and dark berries, as well as hints of warm earth and humus. Then, a full bodied, generous and powerful, concentrated flavours of blackberry and bilberry.
Overall, a light saline and sappy notes. Very persistent finish.
Food Pairing Recommendations: Roasted beef fillet or pigeon, grilled prime rib, or leg of lamb.
Ageing potential: 4 to 12 years
Serving temperature: 16°C