What does it taste like?

It offers a complex profile of black cherry, violet, earth, and subtle spice with firm, silky tannins.

What should I pair it with?

It pairs perfectly with game meats, roasted duck, and umami-rich dishes like soy-glazed wagyu.

When is the best time to drink it?

It requires at least 10 years of aging from the vintage date to reach its peak maturity.

What farming method is used?

Domaine Chandon de Briailles has been Demeter-certified biodynamic since 2011, farming in harmony with natural rhythms and using no synthetic chemicals.

How is this wine made?

The wine is made with whole-cluster fermentation in open wooden vats and aged in French oak with minimal new wood. No fining or filtration is applied.

CuvéeAloxe-CortonRed

Corton-Bressandes Grand Cru

Name: Corton-Bressandes Grand Cru
Brand: Domaine Chandon de Briailles

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Domaine Chandon de Briailles

Pinot Noir

About this wine

Corton-Bressandes is one of the most prestigious climats within the Corton Grand Cru hill. Domaine Chandon de Briailles, based in Savigny-lès-Beaune, crafts this wine with a commitment to biodynamic farming and minimal intervention. The wine is characterized by its profound structure, elegance, and aromatic complexity, often displaying notes of dark berries, forest floor, and refined spices. It represents the pinnacle of the estate's terroir-driven philosophy, offering a long aging potential and a silky texture that defines the essence of the Bressandes parcel.

Beginner's Note

This is a powerful, sophisticated Grand Cru that rewards patience; decant it for at least two hours before serving.

Sommelier's Note

"This is an absolute masterpiece of the Corton hill; you must experience its evolution in the glass to understand the true meaning of terroir."

Food Pairings

Pairs exceptionally well with roasted game, truffle-infused dishes, and aged Comté cheese. Its structured tannins also complement grilled wagyu beef.

When to drink it

Ideal for milestone celebrations, formal dinners, or as a centerpiece for a serious collector's tasting.

Specs

Grape Varieties: Pinot Noir
Style: Red
Price Range: ¥25,000-35,000

Terroir & Winemaking

Grapes are harvested by hand and fermented with whole clusters in open wooden vats. Aging occurs in French oak barrels with a low percentage of new oak to preserve the purity of the fruit. No fining or filtration is performed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it taste like?: It offers a complex profile of black cherry, violet, earth, and subtle spice with firm, silky tannins.
What should I pair it with?: It pairs perfectly with game meats, roasted duck, and umami-rich dishes like soy-glazed wagyu.
When is the best time to drink it?: It requires at least 10 years of aging from the vintage date to reach its peak maturity.
What farming method is used?: Domaine Chandon de Briailles has been Demeter-certified biodynamic since 2011, farming in harmony with natural rhythms and using no synthetic chemicals.
How is this wine made?: The wine is made with whole-cluster fermentation in open wooden vats and aged in French oak with minimal new wood. No fining or filtration is applied.

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Corton Bressandes Grand Cru
Red
Pinot Noir
Domaine Chandon de Briailles produces this exceptional Corton Bressandes Grand Cru from one of the most prestigious climats in the Corton hill. The estate follows strict biodynamic farming practices, emphasizing minimal intervention to express the true terroir. This wine is characterized by its remarkable elegance, refined tannins, and complex aromatic profile featuring red berries, forest floor, and subtle spice notes. It possesses a structured backbone that ensures excellent aging potential, evolving into a sophisticated and profound expression of Pinot Noir over decades.