Domaine Rapet Père et Fils Corton Pougets Grand Cru 2002 (75cl, 13%)

A mature Burgundy Grand Cru Pinot Noir from the Côte de Beaune, bottled in a standard 750ml format at approximately 13% ABV. The wine comes from a Grand Cru parcel in Corton Les Pougets, grown on reddish, stony, calcareous brown soil rich in marl. Grapes are transported in small crates, sorted on a conveyor belt, fermented for 15 days with pigeage, and aged in barrels with 20% new oak. Racking is done with bellows rather than a mechanical pump. The nose shows blueberry, red currant, kirsch, violet, undergrowth, gentle spices and a whisper of liquorice. The palate is powerful, full-bodied and structured, with concentrated red and black fruit, good acidity and medium tannin. The finish is firm, with fine length and a lingering echo of dark fruit and earthy spice.