# Maranges En Buliet (2018)

- **Producer:** Domaine Des Rouges-Queues
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** 100% Pinot Noir
- **Region:** Burgundy, France
- **Style:** Natural
- **Alcohol:** 13.0%
- **Average price:** €43
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 14–16 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** Morello cherry, raspberry, red cherry, dark cherry, earth, mushroom, wet leaves

## About this wine

The Maranges En Buliet 2018 from Domaine Des Rouges-Queues is a 100% Pinot Noir from the Maranges AOC in Burgundy, France. This wine originates from the 'En Buliet' parcel, the foundational vineyard for proprietors Isabelle and Jean-Yves Vantey, who established their domaine in 1998. The Vanteys are recognized as pioneers in the Maranges appellation, committed to organic and biodynamic farming practices and minimal intervention winemaking. The 'En Buliet' parcel itself is significant, featuring very old vines and clay-limestone soils. The 2018 vintage, known for its warm and dry conditions in Burgundy, likely contributes to a ripe and structured expression of this wine. The domaine's name, 'Rouges-Queues', is inspired by the local Black Redstart birds.

## Interesting facts

- The domaine's name, 'Rouges-Queues', means 'red tails' and is inspired by local birdlife.
- The 'En Buliet' parcel contains vines planted as early as 1934.
- Domaine Des Rouges-Queues has been certified organic and biodynamic since 2008.
- The Vanteys are considered pioneers in elevating the Maranges appellation.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium-plus acidity and fine tannins cut through the richness of proteins and fats, while its red berry notes complement game meats and fruit-based sauces. Earthy undertones in the wine can harmonize with herbs and charcuterie.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for Maranges En Buliet 2018 emphasizes low intervention. Fermentation occurs with indigenous yeasts in open wooden vats, potentially including whole-bunch maceration for 10-15 days. The wine is aged for 10-12 months in used oak barrels to maintain fruit purity. Minimal sulfur is used, and the wine is often unfiltered and unfined, reflecting the domaine's commitment to natural winemaking. Grapes are meticulously hand-harvested.