Domaine Nicolas Rossignol : Aloxe Corton Village 2022

Characteristics and tasting notes of the Aloxe Corton Village 2022 Domaine Nicolas Rossignol

Tasting

Colour
The colour reveals a dark hue, ranging between deep ruby and beautiful garnet highlights.

Nose
In its youth, the aromatic bouquet expresses intense notes of red and black fruits, evoking raspberry, strawberry, blackcurrant and blackberry.

Palate
Vigorous and full-bodied, the palate reveals a firm, well-structured framework, supported by pleasant tannins. A lovely minerality elevates the whole.

Food and wine pairing

This red wine pairs wonderfully with rich, robust dishes such as a rib steak, braised lamb, grilled spare ribs or roast poultry. It also perfectly accompanies soft cheeses such as Époisses or Livarot.

Service and storage

To fully appreciate this Aloxe Corton Village 2022, it is recommended to serve it at a temperature between 15 and 16°C. This wine will reach its peak after a few years in the cellar and can be enjoyed until around 2027.

The richness and structure of a red wine from Aloxe-Corton

The estate

Representing the fifth generation of a winegrowing family, Nicolas Rossignol is the current owner and director of the estate that bears his name. Although his first vinifications began in 1994, the official creation of Domaine Nicolas Rossignol came in 1997 with three hectares of vines. Now based in Beaune, at the heart of Burgundy, the estate has grown to reach 17 hectares. Renowned for its environmentally respectful approach and use of the lunar calendar, the producer crafts sophisticated wines that express the purity of the fruit and the transparency of the terroirs.

The vineyard

The vines used to produce this Aloxe-Corton flourish on renowned terroirs of the Côte de Beaune, characterised by soils rich in limestone debris and flint. The vineyard is managed according to the principles of sustainable farming, strongly inspired by biodynamics. Soil maintenance is carried out through light ploughing, completely excluding the use of synthetic chemical herbicides, in order to preserve the natural ecosystem and biodiversity of the plots.

The vintage

The year 2022 in Burgundy was marked by unusual climatic conditions, particularly notably cold nights. These temperature variations helped preserve very good natural acidity within the berries. This vintage is also distinguished by lower yields, with a volume decrease of around 25% compared to a typical year, thus promoting optimal concentration in the grapes.

Winemaking and aging

The grapes are harvested by hand using small eight-kilo crates to preserve the integrity of the bunches. Cellar operations for the production of this Aloxe Corton Village 2022 are guided by the lunar calendar. Vinification aims to extract silky tannins while preserving the purity of the fruit. Depending on the ripeness of the stems, whole-cluster fermentation may be used for up to 50%, reflecting a careful adaptation to the characteristics of the harvest.

Grape variety

100% Pinot Noir.