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
Clos du Vignon is a 7-hectare parcel located in the commune of Marey-lès-Fussey, near the former abbey of Lieu Dieu. This Hautes-Côtes de Nuits terroir features steep slopes, with some rows planted in terraces, and enjoys a south to southeast exposure. The subsoil is clay-limestone, and the shallow, stony topsoil forces vine roots to dig deep for water. The 5 hectares of Pinot Noir were planted in 1965, with half the surface replanted in 2001.
Terroir
Clay-limestone soils.
In the vineyard
All vineyard parcels are located within a 2 km radius of the estate and have been cultivated over several generations. This proximity and intimate knowledge of the terroir allow for highly precise sustainable farming.
Harvest
Manual harvesting.
Winemaking
Traditional vinification with pumping over and punch-downs. The maceration period lasts between 10 and 14 days, to gently extract tannins and flavor.
Ageing
Aged for approximately one year in oak barrels, primarily using barrels of one to two wines for subtle integration.
Varietal
Pinot Noir : 100%
Specifications
Age of vines : 23 à 60 years old
Serving
12-14°C
Ageing potential
5 to 10 years
Tasting
The nose bursts with blackcurrant and small red fruit aromas, which will evolve with age into more complex forest floor notes. On the palate, the wine is marked by its roundness and finesse, always expressing its terroir with clarity and precision. A wine that balances charm and authenticity.
Food pairings
In its youth, this wine pairs beautifully with venison fillet in sour cherry sauce. After a few years of ageing, it becomes a refined companion to a platter of matured cheeses.