Joseph Drouhin : Beaune 1er cru "Grèves" 2017

A delicate Beaune Premier Cru red wine with a beautiful aromatic richness

The estate

For four generations, Domaine Joseph Drouhin has been a must-know reference among fine Burgundy wines. Founded in 1880 by Joseph Drouhin, who was 22 years old at the time, the estate has expanded over the years and has reached its current size of 80 hectares. The vines spread over renowned appellations (Beaune, Bonnes-Mares, Chassagne-Montrachet, Clos Vougeot, Corton-Charlemagne, Grands-Echezeaux, Pouilly-Fuissé, etc.).

Since 1957, this family of precursors has advocated respect for the terroir and the environment both regarding the vineyard management and the production of their fine wines.

The red and white wines of Domaine Joseph Drouhin authentically express the mosaic and richness of the Burgundian terroirs. They are renowned for their elegance, their intense fruity aromas and their gourmet complexity.

The vineyard

Joseph Drouhin's 2017 Cuvée Grèves is a Beaune 1er Cru wine made from grapes grown on a 0.81-hectare plot of vines that are 24 years old on average. The vineyard is located on a mid-slope to the northwest of Beaune. It has been known since Roman times for the quality of its wines and derives its name from its soil, which includes ochre-coloured soil and small pebbles (gravel). This parcel has been farmed organically since 1990 and subsequently using biodynamic practices.

Vinification and ageing

Harvested and sorted by hand, the grapes undergo maceration and vinification for a total of 2 to 3 weeks. Only indigenous yeasts are used for fermentation. The extraction process is carried out with great care in order to give the wine its colour, structure, finesse and distinctiveness. The wine is aged for 14 to 18 months in French oak barrels (20% of which are new), dried for more than 3 years to contribute to the finesse of the wines.

The blend

Pinot Noir (100%).

Beaune 1er cru "Grèves" 2017 by Joseph Drouhin: Characteristics and tasting tips

The tasting

Colour
The brilliant colour reveals a beautiful red hue.

Nose
The intense nose gives off fruity (blackcurrant) and spicy fragrances. As the wine ages, the bouquet becomes more complex with notes of smoke and brown tobacco.

Palate
The refined and harmonious palate exudes alluringly fine tannins and blackcurrant aromas. The finish is persistent and reveals delicious woody notes.

Service

For an optimal tasting, serve at 16°C.

Cellaring

This Beaune 1er cru "Grèves" 2017 by Joseph Drouhin can wait until about 2037 to express its full aromatic richness.