Presentation
Domaine Roger Belland, founded in 1839, is located in the heart of the village of Santenay, in the south of the Côte de Beaune. Roger Belland and his daughter Julie represent the fifth and sixth generations of Domaine Belland. Passionate about exceptional wines, they cultivate 23 hectares of vines, located on the finest terroirs of the 1st and grand crus of the villages of Maranges, Santenay, Chassagne Montrachet, Puligny Montrachet, Meursault, Volnay and Pommard. The domaine's viticulture is sustainable and respectful of the environment.
Location
Plot located in continuation of the Chassagne-Montrachet Premier Cru Morgeot.
Terroir
Slightly sloping clay-limestone soil.
In the vineyard
Guyot pruning with very early debudding and leaf removal (at the floral cap fall stage).
Harvest
100% manual harvest with strict sorting performed in the vineyard.
Winemaking
Vinified with 30% whole bunches in a temperature-controlled stainless steel vat. Cold maceration lasts 3 to 4 days with gentle pump-overs to encourage yeast development. Alcoholic fermentation begins after a few days, under temperature control (between 16°C and 20°C). Once all sugars are consumed, maceration ends with a warm phase to stabilize color and soften the tannins.
Ageing
Aged for 12 months in 228L oak barrels, 20% of which are new. Malolactic fermentation occurs during barrel ageing.
Varietal
Pinot Noir : 100%
Specifications
Production volume : 5 000
Age of vines : 50 à 70 years old
Serving
14 to 16°C
Ageing potential
5 to 10 years
Tasting
Known as one of the most refined wines of the appellation. It reveals a purple-ruby robe and a bouquet of generous red fruits subtly layered with delicate minerality. The palate is equally flattering, with a silky texture and supple, elegant tannins.
Food pairings
Free-range poultry, feathered game.