Presentation
Since the 1960s, Maurice and Anne-Marie Thevenot have transformed this family estate into a reference in the Côte de Nuits. Their sons Jean and Daniel have continued the tradition, and today, Nicolas Thevenot manages the estate. The reds, made from Pinot Noir, are worked with long fermentations and prolonged aging in barrels, favoring elegant, complex, and aging wines. The whites, on the other hand, reveal pure minerality and beautiful tension. The estate's uniqueness: Perfect mastery of barrel aging, guaranteeing wines with silky structure and remarkable aging potential.
Location
The Hautes-Côtes de Nuits parcels are located in Marey-lès-Fussey and Villers-la-Faye, on southern-facing slopes approximately 10 km north of Beaune, at the heart of the Hautes Côtes de Nuits.
Terroir
South-facing clay-limestone soils, typical of this high-altitude Burgundian terroir. The vines, aged 15 to 20 years, thrive in these well-drained conditions.
In the vineyard
All vineyard plots lie within a 2 km radius of the domaine and are managed by generations of the same family. This proximity and place-based knowledge enable a precise, sustainable approach to viticulture.
Harvest
Manual harvest, with 100% destemming.
Winemaking
The wine undergoes alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel vats, with a maceration period of 8 to 10 days depending on the vintage. Punch‑downs and pump‑overs are carried out during this phase, with frequency adapted to the fermentation stage.
Ageing
60 % of the cuvée is aged in barrels for 12 months, with older oak barrels (3 to 5 wines) for gentle maturation. The remainder is aged in tank to preserve freshness and clarity.
Varietal
Pinot Noir : 100%
Specifications
Age of vines : 15 à 20 years old
Serving
12-14°C
Ageing potential
3 to 5 years
Tasting
The nose is expressive, revealing aromas of red berries, from redcurrant to blackcurrant. On the palate, the wine offers fresh tannins in its youth, which soften after 3 4 years, revealing a long, elegant finish. Over time, the flavor profile becomes more complex, with underbrush and forest-floor notes typical of Pinot Noir.
Food pairings
Pairs beautifully with:
Duck breast with blackcurrant sauce
Pork tenderloin with redcurrants