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    Moillard Aloxe-Corton

    2018
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    History

    Maison Moillard is an institution in Nuits-Saint-Georges. Our House has unique know-how in the art of making and maturing Burgundy wines and Crémants and offers a fine selection of appellations throughout Burgundy, from Chablis to Mâcon and up to in Beaujolais.

    Aloxe-Corton

    Grape variety

    Pinot Noir

    Origin

    The village of Aloxe-Corton (pronounced Alosse-Corton) is located North of the Côte de Beaune.

    Soil

    The soil consists of limestone containing marl and clay.

    Vinification

    Traditional vinification, fermentation in thermo-regulated stainless steel vats. Long fermentation during which pigeages and pumping over are performed.
    Aged in oak barrels for 10 to 12 months. 40% new oak.

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    Aloxe-Corton

    sensory characteristic

    Colour

    A deep garnet red in colour.

    Nose

    The nose is intense and elegant with aromas of little red and black fruits (strawberry, raspberry, cherry, blackcurrant and blackberry).

    Palate

    On the palate, the structure and power don't hide the great fineness that will assert itself with time.

    Recommendations

    Excellent with meats with relatively strong flavors such as roast beef, braised or in sauce.

    Serving

    14-16°C

    Cellar potential

    Drink within 6 years.

    2018

    Ideal Conditions for High-Quality Wines

    The 2018 vintage in the Côte de Beaune benefited from ideal conditions throughout the vine's growing cycle. After a cold winter and generous spring rains recharging the water reserves, fine weather settled in from May. Generous sunshine and warm temperatures without excess allowed harmonious vineyard development.

    The hot and dry summer did not cause water stress thanks to the reserves accumulated in spring. Cool nights also preserved the acidity and aromatic freshness of the grapes. The harvest took place under ideal conditions between late August and mid-September depending on the sectors, with generous but controlled yields.

    White Wines

    The 2018 Côte de Beaune white wines are distinguished by their incredible aromatic complexity, explosive on the nose with white fruits and citrus. On the palate, they combine great concentration, superb mineral freshness, and a strong expression of the terroir.

    Red Wines

    The 2018 red wines from the Côte de Beaune display an intense ruby robe and gourmand nose of fresh red fruits and sweet spices. These are structured and powerful wines with fine and elegant tannins, perfectly reflecting their different terroirs. This sunny and balanced vintage offers Côte de Beaune wines of great concentration with lots of substance and smoothness, but also superb freshness and tension.


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