Domaine Devaux Les Renardes - Corton Grand Cru - Red - 2018 :

 

Corton Renardes Grand Cru: A Pillar of Côte de Beaune

The BOURGOGNE-DEVAUX CORTON RENARDES RED is a prestigious Pinot Noir from the Corton Grand Cru appellation, the sole red Grand Cru of the Côte de Beaune. The specific *climat* of 'Les Renardes' is revered for producing wines that combine raw power with aristocratic finesse, demanding time to reveal their full majesty. This is a wine that commands attention.

Sommelier’s Tasting Notes

• Appearance: A strong, deep ruby hue that will gain beautiful garnet bricking with careful cellaring.
• Aroma: A profound and evolving bouquet. Initial scents of ripe red fruits (cherry, kirsch) and liquorice yield to complex secondary notes of game, spice, damp earth, and tobacco leaf.
• Taste: Robust and chewy on the palate, exhibiting impressive density and a concentrated structure. The tannins are pronounced in youth, softening over time to a velvety texture. It possesses remarkable length and a classic Burgundian minerality.

Food Pairing & Service

Best served slightly cool (16-17°C) with classic British game or rich, comforting slow-cooked meals. This wine will reward patience, developing peak tertiary complexity after 10+ years in the cellar.

Corton Grand Cru 2018
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