Beaune Clos des Ursules Premier Cru 2020
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France / Burgundy
Clos des Ursules is a historic Beaune vineyard and key to the Jadot origin story as the first parcel acquired in 1826. The vineyard is a sub-climate of the Vignes Franches terroir and is divided into two sections (upper & lower) with a landmark stone hut in the center. Soils are deep red clay which tend to impart structure and elegance to the wines. Pinot Noir here is harvested manually and brought to the nearby winery for triage, destemming, and natural fermentation in passive oak vats. After alcoholic fermentation is complete the wine is racked into oak barrels for malolactic fermentation and extended aging. Approximately 16 months later the cuvee is reassembled for bottling.
Harvest Note
This was a very warm and early vintage with a slight lack of moisture that reduced harvest volumes yet ensured complexity and phenolic ripeness. The relatively high alcohol is balanced by the corresponding bright acidity combining for a seamless and long finish.
Tasting Note
Unquestionably one of the finest Beaune red wines, this combines a bold structure with complex textural and flavor nuances. Initial aromas of dark fruit, espresso, and damp earth support a textural impression of weight, dense rounded tannins and fine acidity. Alcohol levels tend to be rather high yet not noticeable as part of the overall structure.
Technical Data
GRAPES: 100% Pinot Noir
APPELLATION: Beaune Premier Cru AOC
PH: 3.41
ACIDITY: 4.24 g/l
ABV: 14.24%
AGING: 16 - 18 months in oak barrels, 30% new oak
Unique Selling Points
- Reflects Jadot's expertise and excellence within the Beaune Premier Crus
- Historically significant as the founding parcel for Louis Jadot in 1826
- Retains strong value proposition within Burgundy red wines
- Benefits from Jadot's overall consistency and meticulous attention to detail
"My aim is to craft enchanting wines that taste of the great diversity of Burgundy."
Frederic Barnier, Winemaker
About the Grape
Pinot Noir
In France, makes a silky, deceptively powerful wine of elegant, complex aromas and subtle, red fruit flavors, with earthy, floral, mushroom and mineral notes. In California, shows ripe, sweet characters.
