Presentation
Based in Ladoix-Serrigny, at the foot of the Corton hill, this family house dates back to 1895. Jean-Pierre Maldant chose in 1998 to leave the Hospices de Beaune to devote himself fully to his estate. Since 2010, his son Pierre-François Maldant has been in charge of vinification. The vineyard of 10 hectares extends over several prestigious villages of the Côte de Beaune: Ladoix-Serrigny, Savigny-lès-Beaune, Chorey-lès-Beaune, and Aloxe-Corton. Cultural practices are reasoned, with old-fashioned plowing and manual harvesting. The range covers a wide palette of appellations, from regional to Premier Crus and Grand Crus, including the renowned Corton-Charlemagne. Vinifications highlight balance and finesse, with precise aging that enhances the terroirs. Specificity of the estate: preserved family know-how, offering racy wines faithful to their terroir.
Location
Vines planted on the upper section of the Maréchaudes climat, bordering the Corton hill.
Terroir
Clay soils over limestone marl in a sheltered setting. The pronounced slope ensures excellent drainage.
In the vineyard
Severe debudding and early leaf removal.
Harvest
Manual harvest.
Winemaking
Hand-sorted grapes transported in small crates to preserve berry integrity. 100% destemmed, then gently placed into vats using 400L bins. Cold pre-fermentation maceration for 3–5 days at 10°C to delay fermentation. Punch-downs and pump-overs performed twice daily based on tasting. Total cuvaison lasts ~14 days.
Ageing
After 48 hours of settling, the wine is barrelled warm. Aged for 11 months in oak barrels, 40% new.
Varietal
Pinot Noir : 100%
Specifications
Age of vines : 80 years old
Ingredients & nutrition ›
Serving
Serve at 15°C.
Ageing potential
5 to 10 years
Tasting
The Corton Maréchaudes presents a deep ruby hue. Its expressive nose reveals aromas of blackcurrant, cherry, forest floor, and delicate spices. On the palate, it shows more suppleness than the Corton Grandes Lolières, with a juicy, generous texture and notes of blackcurrant, redcurrant, blackberry, and cherry, offering freshness and depth.
Food pairings
Perfect with:
Roasted or grilled meats: herb-crusted rack of lamb, beef Wellington
Rustic classics: coq au vin made with the same Corton Grand Cru
Aged cheeses: mature Munster, Saint-Nectaire
Desserts: raspberry charlotte or red fruit tart, which highlight the wine’s vibrancy