Presentation
The Virot Marey family is closely linked to the winegrowing history of the Côte de Beaune, with a vineyard heritage now integrated into Domaine Maillard, based in Chorey-lès-Beaune. This name highlights a Burgundian family legacy built on transmission, deep knowledge of terroirs and respect for vineyard work.
Within Domaine Maillard, this heritage is carried forward through an approach that remains faithful to the balance of each appellation and to a precise understanding of individual climats. Domaine Maillard currently farms 19 hectares of vineyards across the Côte de Beaune.
However, no specific surface area solely attributed to the Virot Marey family could be identified in the available sources.
Location
The Corton Grand Cru Les Renardes 2021 from the Virot Marey family comes from parcels located on the famous Corton hill, near Ladoix-Serrigny. The Les Renardes climat lies mid-slope, with a south-east exposure ideal for Pinot Noir. This setting allows for excellent ripeness while preserving freshness. The slope and elevation contribute to a wine that is both powerful and structured. This prestigious location produces wines of great intensity and depth.
Terroir
The Les Renardes climat is based on rich and relatively deep clay limestone soils with a significant presence of iron-rich clays. This composition gives the wine structure, density and power. Limestone brings freshness and precision. This terroir is known for producing structured Corton reds with strong ageing potential. It delivers a wine that is deep, firm and well balanced. Pinot Noir expresses itself here with intensity and character.
In the vineyard
The vineyards are managed with the same attention to detail and respect for nature as across the entire Domaine Maillard estate. Soil work and yield control help ensure concentration and grape quality. Practices remain measured and adapted to each vintage. This approach preserves the natural balance of the vine and the expression of the terroir. It allows for healthy, fully ripe grapes. The result is a wine that is both faithful and structured.
Harvest
The grapes are harvested at optimal ripeness to achieve a balance between richness, freshness and tannin quality. Careful selection is essential for a Grand Cru. The cooler 2021 vintage required particular attention during harvest. The grapes show finesse and balanced structure. This stage plays a key role in the wine’s precision and elegance. It helps preserve the full nobility of the Corton terroir.
Winemaking
Vinification is carried out with precision to reveal the natural power of Les Renardes while maintaining elegance. Extraction is carefully managed to preserve fruit quality and fine tannins. The wine develops a solid and harmonious structure.
Ageing
Ageing lasts around 14 to 16 months, bringing complexity and depth. It refines the tannins without masking the wine’s identity. The result is a wine with length and strong ageing potential.
Serving
14°C à 16°C
Ageing potential
5 to 10 years
Tasting
This Corton shows a deep ruby colour and an intense nose of black fruits, ripe cherry and spices. With aeration, notes of undergrowth, liquorice and light toast appear. On the palate, the wine is structured, full and concentrated. The tannins are present yet refined, supported by good freshness. The wine shows great depth and a long, persistent finish. It is a wine of character, built for ageing.
Food pairings
This wine calls for rich and flavourful cuisine. It pairs perfectly with red meats, game and slow cooked dishes with depth. Its structure also allows it to match dishes with reduced sauces and subtle spice. Three pairing ideas include beef Wellington, venison stew and roasted pigeon with mild spices. These dishes highlight the wine’s power, depth and nobility.