Domaine A.F. Gros : Richebourg Grand cru Domaine 2021

Characteristics and Tasting Notes for Richebourg Grand Cru 2021 from Domaine A.F. Gros

Tasting Notes

Appearance
Deep and dark in color, with lovely ruby highlights.

Nose
This exceptional Grand Cru is characterized by a remarkable aromatic complexity, combining notes of cherry, peony, and vanilla with hints of undergrowth and nutmeg.

Palate
The full-bodied structure on the palate hints at the exceptional aging potential of this iconic cuvée from Burgundy.

Aging Potential

This Richebourg 2021 from Domaine A.F Gros will reveal the full extent of its aromatic richness after 30 to 50 years of cellaring.

Domaine A.F. Gros: The Beauty of Burgundy's Greatest Terroirs

The Estate

Founded by Anne-Françoise Gros in 1988, Domaine A.F. Gros spans some of the greatest terroirs of Pommard and Vosne-Romanée. Anne-Françoise Gros and her husband, François Parent, combined their estates to cultivate 10 hectares at the heart of the birthplace of the greatest red wines from the Côte de Beaune, the Côte de Nuits, and the Beaujolais. Today, their children Mathias and Caroline have joined the family venture, dedicated to carrying on this precious legacy.

Renowned worldwide for the outstanding quality of its wines, the Gros-Parent family crafts superb cuvées in very limited quantities.

The Vineyard

Located at the heart of Burgundy's finest appellations, the Richebourg cuvée from Domaine A.F Gros is produced from vines aged 5, 25, and 75 years. Dating back to the Jurassic period, the clay-limestone soil, brown to reddish in color and about forty centimeters deep, is light and gravelly. In keeping with a deep respect for the terroir, the vineyard is farmed using traditional methods based on sustainable principles (soil plowing, selective pruning, leaf thinning, and green harvesting).

Winemaking and Aging

Domaine A.F Gros harvests exclusively by hand. Vinification takes place in enameled concrete tanks as well as wooden vats. A cold maceration (5°C) lasting 3 to 5 days promotes the extraction of aromas and color. The wines are then aged for 12 months in 500-liter barrels (30% new oak).

Blend

Pinot Noir (100%)