BOURGOGNE
Appellation Bourgogne Controlée
GRAPE VARIETY
Pinot Noir 100%
TASTING NOTES
Les Essentielles Pinot Noir 2023 from Les Vignerons de Mancey is an elegant red wine hailing from the renowned Mâconnais region in Burgundy, France. Les Vignerons de Mancey is a cooperative founded in 1929, bringing together around 50 local growers near Tournus and the Saône River. The area is characterised by gently rolling hills with vineyards that benefit from a rich and varied terroir, ideal for Pinot Noir as well as classic Burgundian varieties like Chardonnay, Aligoté, and Gamay. The 2023 vintage of Les Essentielles Pinot Noir is crafted from carefully selected low-yield parcels chosen to maximise the expression of both the terroir and the grape variety. Throughout the growing season, a committee of growers closely monitors vineyard management to ensure strict adherence to cultivation and harvest standards. Fermentation is carried out separately for each parcel, followed by attentive ageing that imparts structure and complexity to the wine. Visually, the wine shows a bright ruby red colour. The nose unfolds intense aromas of fresh red fruits such as cherry and strawberry, alongside delicate spicy notes and a subtle minerality typical of the Mâconnais soils. On the palate, aromatic finesse is confirmed, complemented by elegant tannic tension and good freshness, making this Pinot Noir balanced, refined, and possessing good ageing potential. Les Essentielles Pinot Noir 2023 pairs perfectly with French and international cuisine, including white meats, poultry, charcuterie, and medium-aged cheeses. Les Vignerons de Mancey’s philosophy is to produce wines that genuinely convey the authentic quality of their terroirs, with increasing attention to sustainable agricultural practices. In summary, this cuvée is an excellent example of Burgundy Pinot Noir—approachable yet characterful—offering a sincere expression of its terroir and a delightful tasting experience, all presented in a bottle with elegant, distinctive aesthetics.