Collection: Richebourg
Richebourg is a classification of Pinot Noir wines that come from the French region of Burgundy. Richebourg is one of the most prestigious Grand Cru classifications in Burgundy and only a few producers have access to make wine with this classification.
In order for a Pinot Noir wine to bear the designation Richebourg, it must meet a number of strict requirements regarding both the quality of the grape and the production method. Some of the criteria that must be met are:
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Grape: The wine must be produced from Pinot Noir grapes grown in the Richebourg fields.
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Geography: The wine must be grown in the specific fields assigned to the Richebourg classification and they must have the right type of soil composition, climate and sun exposure to achieve the desired quality.
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Harvest time: The grapes must be harvested at the right time to achieve the desired taste and quality.
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Vinification: The wine must be produced according to the strict rules and methods defined for the Richebourg classification.
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Quality Control: The wine must undergo extensive quality control to ensure that it meets the requirements of Richebourg.
Richebourg wines are known for their deep, complex taste, with notes of flowers, dense, fruity aromas and a balanced tannin structure. They are often heavy, powerful wines with great complexity and structure. They have a good maturity and a great storage potential.