Presentation
Located in Morey-Saint-Denis, Domaine Des Beaumont is a family property that stands out for its respectful approach to terroirs and traditional vinification methods. With its plots on prestigious climates, it produces wines of great depth. The vines, averaging 50 years old, are cultivated without herbicides, and harvesting is exclusively manual. In the cellar, natural fermentations are followed by prolonged aging in oak barrels, bringing silky texture and beautiful aging potential to the wines. The estate's reds stand out for their fine tannins, aromas of black fruits, and subtle minerality that characterizes the great crus of Morey-Saint-Denis.
Location
Plot size: 1.12 hectares
Terroir
Clay-limestone soils
In the vineyard
Soil is maintained through ploughing only. Vines are trellised and pruned using the simple Guyot method. Sustainable and reasoned viticulture is applied.
Harvest
Manual harvesting
Winemaking
All key steps from harvesting to bottling are carefully managed to highlight the character of the terroir.
Ageing
Aged for 12 months, including 30% new oak barrels
Varietal
Pinot Noir : 100%
Specifications
Age of vines : 48 years old
Serving
14 to 16°C
Ageing potential
5 to 10 years
Tasting
This wine shows a deep purple hue. The nose is highly expressive, revealing intense aromas of licorice and coffee. On the palate, the attack is broad and rich, with pronounced notes of spice, pepper, licorice, and coffee. The texture is fleshy, supported by bright acidity and well-integrated, firm tannins that contribute to a velvety mouthfeel. The balance is excellent, making this a solid and authentic expression of its terroir.
Visual appearance
Deep purple
At nose
Licorice, coffee, expressive and intense
On the palate
Rich, spicy, peppery, fleshy texture, velvety tannins, balanced structure
Food pairings
Grilled and sauced meats, game, rib-eye steak, gratins, risotto, and strong, mature cheeses such as Cîteaux, Époisses, Ami du Chambertin, blue cheeses, Comté. Also pairs well with chocolate-based desserts.