Founded in 1864 by Pierre Bourée, Vallet Frères is now in the hands of the fourth generation of the family, Bernard and Jean-Christophe Vallet. The family own holdings in Gevrey-Chambertin; the entire monopole vineyard of Clos de la Justice, Premier Cru Beaune Epenottes and Grand Cru Charmes-Chambertin. They are also négociants and source the best grapes from growers in other areas, with whom they have worked closely for decades. The Burgundies they produce are complex, fine and authentic examples of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The family’s wines have been imported to the UK for over 30 years and today, they’re distributed to top independent wine merchants and Michelin-starred restaurants across the country.
Grown according to sustainable viticulture with Guyot pruning. The bunches are harvested by hand and then transported to the winery where they are sorted, with some de-stemming (maximum 25%), then fermented using native yeasts in open wooden vats along with the whole bunches. The grapes are crushed and pumped over daily. Traditionally long, the fermentation takes around twenty days after which the wine is transferred to oak barrels and aged for 16 to 20 months on fine lees.
Vallet Frères Beaune Les Epenottes wine is a charming and fresh Pinot Noir from the picturesque slopes above the Côte de Beaune. Notes of morello cherry, raspberry and a touch of blackcurrant and liquorice on the nose. The palate is firm and fresh in youth and will continue to evolve beautifully. Pair with vegetable gratin or pork loin. Also lovely with mild fresh cheeses such as Savarin or Epoisses.
Country: France
Region: Burgundy
Grapes: Pinot Noir 100%
ABV: 13%
Volume: 75cl
Vintage: 2021
