# Bouzy Rouge (2018)

- **Producer:** Bernard Tornay
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Pinot Noir
- **Region:** Champagne, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Average price:** €27
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 14–16 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** red plum, red cherry, vanilla, cedar, leather, dried fruit, earth

## About this wine

The Bernard Tornay Bouzy Rouge is a still red wine from the Coteaux Champenois AOC, specifically from the Grand Cru village of Bouzy in Champagne. This wine represents a historical tradition of still red wine production in a region primarily known for sparkling wine. The Bernard Tornay estate has a history dating back to the 17th century, now managed by the fifth generation, Nathalie Tornay-Hutasse and Rudy Hutasse, who focus on qualitative winemaking principles. Bouzy is a highly regarded appellation for Pinot Noir, benefiting from favorable vineyard sites.

## Interesting facts

- Bouzy Rouge was historically served at French royal coronations.
- It's considered a rare 'vin de civilisation'.
- The producer is a key supplier of red wine for Champagne rosé d'assemblage.
- Bouzy is a Grand Cru village for Pinot Noir.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium-plus body and tannins complement the richness of red meats and game. Its potential for high acidity can cut through fatty elements, while its structure can stand up to robust flavors. Earthy notes often found in Pinot Noir can harmonize with mushroom dishes.

## Wine making process

The Bernard Tornay Bouzy Rouge 2018 was fermented in stainless steel tanks. Following fermentation, the wine underwent aging in oak barrels for about a year, potentially including large oak foudres. The producer's approach emphasizes qualitative principles and limited production, focusing on the purity of grapes from their estate vineyards, which are known for their Pinot Noir.