Domaine François Gaunoux Le Rugiens 1er Cru 2019
Grape varieties: Pinot Noir.
Vinification: Hand-picked, completely destemmed and fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats. Traditional cuvaison, followed by ageing in oak barrels.
Aging: 16–18 months.
Colour: Ruby.
Aroma: Notes of ripe red and black fruits, delicate floral nuances, with hints of violet, earthy and woody, as well as slightly spicy and mineral.
Flavour: Firm structure with prominent yet elegant tannins, giving a fleshy and robust sensation. Intense fruit, supported by good acidity that balances the concentration, with a long and persistent finish.
Serve: 15⁰ a 17⁰
Consumption: Storage.
Harmonisation: Red and white meat dishes, game, mushrooms and classic French cuisine.
Producer: Domaine François Gaunoux
Enology: Claudine Gaunoux
Category: French wines – Bourgogne – Côte de Beaune
Awards and Notes:
- Jasper Morris – Inside Burgundy – 92-94 (100) (2019)
