# Bourgogne Pinot Noir (2022)

- **Producer:** Maison Moillard
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Pinot Noir
- **Region:** Burgundy, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 12.5%
- **Average price:** €18
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 14–16 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** raspberry, strawberry, cherry, redcurrant, vanilla, cloves, forest floor, wet leaves

## About this wine

Maison Moillard, founded in 1850 by Symphorien Moillard in Nuits-Saint-Georges, is a historic Burgundian négociant and estate. The house has a long-standing reputation for crafting classic Burgundian wines that express the unique terroirs of the Côte d'Or and broader Bourgogne. This regional Pinot Noir represents the classic entry point to Burgundy, showcasing the elegance and purity of the grape grown on limestone-rich soils.

## Interesting facts

- Maison Moillard was founded in 1850 by Symphorien Moillard, who began by selling his wines to travelers on the newly built railway.
- The estate expanded significantly during the phylloxera crisis, acquiring prime vineyard parcels in the Côte de Nuits.
- This wine is classified under the regional 'Bourgogne AOC' appellation, showcasing the classic cool-climate expression of French Pinot Noir.

## Food pairing

The high acidity and low-to-medium tannins of Bourgogne Pinot Noir make it incredibly versatile. It pairs beautifully with lean meats like duck and chicken, earthy dishes featuring mushrooms, and even fatty fish like salmon, where the acidity cuts through the richness without overpowering the delicate flavors.

## Wine making process

Traditional Burgundian vinification. Grapes are harvested, destemmed, and undergo temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel or concrete vats to preserve fresh fruit character. A portion of the wine is aged in French oak barrels (partially new) for several months to add subtle complexity and round out the tannins, while the remainder stays in tank to maintain vibrancy.