Red wine from Languedoc, France
Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Noir
Climate: Mediterranean, with hot, dry summers and mild winters
Terroir: This Pinot Noir comes from clay-limestone terraces on the height of the Aude Valley, in the foothills of the Pyrenees mountains
Winemaking: Cold pre-fermentation maceration (about a week) followed by one week of fermentation at controlled temperatures. 25% of the final blend is aged in oak barrels for 6 to 9 months
Color: Dark red with ruby tints
Nose: Aromas of red and black berries mixed with floral notes, together with hints of delicate wood and vanilla
Palate: Complex and long on the palate. Plump and well-integrated tannins
About the Winery
Laurent Delaunay, the mastermind behind the La Cour des Dames wines, hails from a family with a rich heritage in Burgundy. Having pursued oenology training and gained experience working in various places, including California, he embarked on his independent winemaking journey in France, establishing himself near Nuits-Saint Georges in 1995. While maintaining a focus on crafting exceptional wines from Burgundy, he also delved into the exploration of top-quality wines in the Southern region of France.
One of the most significant challenges for this expert in Burgundy wines was producing an outstanding pinot noir outside the boundaries of Burgundy. However, his quest led him to discover the perfect match on the elevated vineyards from the foothills of the Cévennes mountains to the Upper Aude Valley. La Cour des Dames offers elegant, fruity, expressive, harmonious wines just waiting to be discovered!
