Marsannay Rouge Clos de Jeu
Appellation
Marsannay
Farming
Sustainable (HVE3), Organic (Ecocert), Vegan
Varieties
100% Pinot Noir
Vineyards & Viticulture
From old vines averaging 90 years in Clos de Jeu, a more southerly site with shallow soils that gives greater complexity and structure. Clos de Jeu is a small vineyard of less than three hectares total, and only four producers hold land here.
Soils
Shallow limestone and clay
Harvest & Vinification
100% destemmed. 4-8 day cold soak. Macerated for 15 days. Aged 12 months in oak barrels, 20% new, followed by six months in tank.