Tasting notes and serving tips for Bourgogne Rouge 2023 Armand Heitz

Tasting

Color

A bright, vivid violet hue with a slightly translucent rim, perfectly reflecting the wine's youthful character.

Nose

The aromatic profile opens with red and black fruits, supported by a subtle mineral edge, delicate oily nuances, and hints of freshly cut citrus.

Palate

Elegance and finesse define the palate. The texture is smooth and silky, framed by supple, well-integrated tannins, leading to a delicate finish subtly lifted by notes of orange zest.

Food and wine pairings

This cuvée pairs beautifully with grilled meats, rich, savory dishes with sauce, and more refined cuts of meat. It also complements cheeses with moderate aromatic intensity very well.

Serving and cellaring

To fully enjoy Bourgogne Rouge 2023, serve it at a temperature between 60 and 64°F. As for its aging potential, this wine can be enjoyed through approximately 2026.

Other characteristics

This wine has an alcohol content of 12%.

An authentic Bourgogne Rouge true to its terroir from Armand Heitz in Burgundy.

The Estate

Founded in 2012 by agronomist Armand Heitz, who remains the current owner and director, this estate embodies a new generation of viticulture in Burgundy. Located in Chassagne-Montrachet, the property includes around 20 hectares of vines within a larger, diversified 230-hectare farm. Armand Heitz stands out for his strong commitment to regenerative agriculture and polyculture, incorporating cattle farming to promote biodiversity. This holistic approach reflects the estate's ambition to preserve historical heritage while producing authentic wines with a strong environmental respect.

The Vineyard

The parcels dedicated to this Bourgogne cuvée cover 1.74 hectares, located near the prestigious villages of Meursault and Pommard in the Côte de Beaune. The vines, planted between 1967 and 2018, thrive on clay-loam soils over marl. This clay-rich composition favors wines with depth and aromatic intensity. Vineyard management is guided by sound agronomic principles, limiting interventions, with an average yield of 45 hectoliters per hectare.

The Vintage

The 2023 growing season in Burgundy was particularly demanding from a climatic standpoint. Throughout the vegetative cycle, it required constant attention in the vineyard, great sensitivity, and highly precise decision-making to meet the challenges of the year.

Winemaking and aging

The crafting of Bourgogne Rouge 2023 follows a minimal-intervention philosophy in the cellar. Fermentation is carried out with 50% whole clusters to preserve finesse and enhance aromatic complexity. The wine is then aged for 8 months in barrels, bringing balance and structure without allowing oak to dominate.

Grape Varieties

100% Pinot Noir