2022 Pernand-Vergelesses Rouge 1er Cru En Caradeux, Domaine Pavelot
bottle
£43.95
(£39.00 per bottle)
Save 11% on a case of 12 bottles
108 in stock
Winemaker:Domaine Pavelot
75% of this wine comes from vines averaging 60 years of age, from the same, steep-sloping, east-facing First Growth which is equally magnificent for Chardonnays (the Pavelots also make a white Caradeux cuvée). 25% of the Pinot Noir grapes came from a 7-year old plot, which has brought welcome vibrancy in this hot, dry vintage. Before global warming, this site sometimes struggled to mature its Pinots, as cool air can flow past it, down the valley, which used to delay the ripening. There was no fear of that in 2022. Colour is deep, purple-ruby, aromas show superb, fresh ripeness. Palate is powerfully built, with forceful fruitiness, yet finishing with pure, fine tannins and elegant aftertaste (for drinking 2025-2035+).
| Weight | 1.5 kg |
|---|---|
| Vintage | |
| Wine Name | Pernand-Vergelesses Rouge 1er Cru En Caradeux, Domaine Pavelot |
| Case Size | |
| Size | |
| Size (cl) | |
| Alcohol | |
| Closure | |
| Product Code | YD0222RA |
| Customs Status | Duty Paid |
| Tax Status | Inc Tax |
Winemaker
Domaine Pavelot
There have been Pavelots tending vines in Pernand since the 17th century, so village records tell us. Today, the 9.5 hectare estate is run by sister and brother Lise & Luc Pavelot, following in the footsteps of father Régis and grandfather Maurice. Most of their vines are in their home village of Pernand-Vergelesses, where they make magnificent First Growths, both white and red, as well as brilliant Corton-Charlemagne, not to mention cutting edge regional, and village level, bottlings. The Domaine has been certified organic since 2009, but no chemical weed-killers had been used for many years, prior to that. The soils are tilled by plough, and manually, with occasional, green cover crops, and green-harvesting of grapes, if necessary. Organic composts are the only fertiliser. Harvesting is by hand, and this is one of the few Domaines in Burgundy where the grapes are gently carried in traditional, wicker shoulder-baskets down the rows. The philosophy of the Domaine may be summarised as a constant reflection on how to ensure the health of their soils - and hence their vines and wines - with respect for the plant and human environment.