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The 2020 Beaune 1er Cru “Cents Vignes” from Domaine des Croix is an elegant and refined wine that captures the essence of Beaune’s great wines. This vintage, with its freshness and aromatic complexity, offers a harmonious and sophisticated tasting experience. Perfect for Burgundy enthusiasts, this wine promises a beautiful evolution in the cellar and refined enjoyment for many years to come.
2020 Beaune 1er Cru "Les Cents Vignes" Domaine des Croix
€50.40
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The 2020 Beaune 1er Cru “Cents Vignes” from Domaine des Croix is an elegant and refined wine that captures the essence of Beaune’s great wines. This vintage, with its freshness and aromatic complexity, offers a harmonious and sophisticated tasting experience. Perfect for Burgundy enthusiasts, this wine promises a beautiful evolution in the cellar and refined enjoyment for many years to come.
Wine Estate: Domaine des Croix
Grape Variety: Pinot Noir
Region: Beaune 1er Cru, Beaune, Côte de Beaune, Burgundy, France
Appellation: Beaune (Premier Cru), Cents Vignes
Color: Red
Format: 0.75 L Bottle
Description
The 2020 Beaune 1er Cru “Cents Vignes” from Domaine des Croix is a refined red wine from one of Beaune’s historic terroirs in the Côte de Beaune. Domaine des Croix is renowned for its rigorous approach to viticulture and respect for the land, producing wines that perfectly express the unique character of each parcel. The “Cents Vignes” climate is one of Beaune’s oldest and most respected Premier Crus, known for producing elegant and well-structured wines. The 2020 vintage, with particularly favorable weather conditions, resulted in concentrated and balanced wines, combining freshness and complexity.
Blend
This Beaune 1er Cru “Cents Vignes” is made exclusively from Pinot Noir, Burgundy’s emblematic grape. The terroir of “Cents Vignes” imparts fine aromatic precision and an elegant tannic structure, typical of great Beaune wines.
Tasting Notes
Appearance: The wine has a brilliant ruby red color with garnet highlights, revealing the youth and concentration of the 2020 vintage.
Nose: The nose is expressive and complex, with aromas of ripe red fruits such as cherry, raspberry, and strawberry, complemented by delicate floral notes and light spices. Hints of underbrush and minerality add depth to this refined bouquet.
Palate: On the palate, the wine is elegant and well-structured, with fine, silky tannins. The red fruit flavors harmonize with spicy and earthy notes, offering refreshing complexity and balanced depth. The finish is long and persistent, highlighted by subtle minerality that prolongs the pleasure on the palate.
Aging Potential
The 2020 Beaune 1er Cru “Cents Vignes” from Domaine des Croix has excellent aging potential. It can be enjoyed young for its vibrant fruit and liveliness, but will develop greater complexity and depth over time, with a potential aging range of 10 to 15 years.
Food Pairing
This Beaune 1er Cru “Cents Vignes” pairs perfectly with delicate red meats such as beef filet or duck breast. It also complements roasted poultry, light sauce dishes, and aged cheeses like Comté or Brie. Dishes featuring mushrooms, particularly morels, will also enhance the wine’s finesse.