Pernot Pere & Fils Cote de Nuits Villages la Croix Violette 2022 750ml

All from 80-year-old vines, the 2022 Côte De Nuits Villages La Croix Violette was all destemmed and brought up in used barrels. It has a hint of iron/marine-like nuance in its darker black cherry and mulberry notes as well as spicy, herbal, and peppery nuances. It’s rockingly good on the palate, with medium-bodied richness, a great core of fruit, soft tannins, and just tons of up-front charm and character. It’s a beautiful, character-filled Burgundy to drink over the coming decade and is well worth seeking out.

• Country: France
• Region: Burgundy
• Appellation: Cote De Nuits
• Sub Appellation: Cote De Nuits Villages
• Size: 750ml
• Color: Red
• Alcohol by Vol: 13.0%

Varietal

Pinot Noir

Regularly described as being the grape varietal responsible for producing the world’s most romantic wines, Pinot Noir has long been associated with elegance and a broad range of flavors The name means ‘black pine’ in French, and this is due to the fact that the fruit of this particular varietal is especially dark in color, and hangs in a conical shape, like that of a pine cone. Despite being grown today in almost every wine producing country, Pinot Noir is a notoriously difficult grape variety to cultivate. This is because it is especially susceptible to various forms of mold and mildew, and thrives best in steady, cooler climates. However, the quality of the fruit has ensured that wineries and vintners have persevered with the varietal, and new technologies and methods have overcome many of the problems it presents. Alongside this, the wide popularity and enthusiasm for this grape has ensured it will remain a firm favorite amongst wine drinkers for many years to come.