Rully En Guesnes 2018 Domaine Dureuil-Janthial

From Rully's acclaimed Domaine Dureuil-Janthial comes the single-vineyard "En Gênes." This plot, adjacent to the Premier Cru "Meix Cadot," features a mix of vines planted at different times, in 1950 and 1978. Winemaker Vincent Dureuil practices meticulous organic viticulture, guided by the lunar calendar. He employs a unique style, using half of the grapes as whole clusters, extracting a potential that surpasses Rully's village appellation.

Tasting Notes

The color is a deep garnet. The aroma is a complex intermingling of dark berries, spices, and a subtle stem nuance derived from the whole clusters. On the palate, a firm structure and silky tannins are harmoniously balanced, with a hint of roasted notes from the oak adding richness to the fruit. The finish is powerful and long, hinting at a depth approaching that of a Premier Cru, despite being a village wine. This wine will gain further charm with a few more years of aging.

Food Pairings

• Beef Bourguignon
• Roasted Duck Breast
• Hard Cheeses

Viticulture and Vinification

• Vineyard Name: En Gênes (plot adjacent to 1er Cru "Meix Cadot")
• Mixed vines planted in 1950 and 1978
• Practices organic viticulture, guided by the lunar calendar
• 100% hand-harvested
• Approximately half of the harvested grapes are manually used as whole clusters
• Natural fermentation with wild yeasts
• Aged for 12 months in oak barrels (approx. 33% new oak), followed by 6 months in tank
• Bottled unfined and unfiltered

Grape Variety

Pinot Noir 100%

Alcohol Content

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Product Information

• Volume: 750ml
• Type: Red, Medium-bodied
• Region: France / Burgundy / Côte Chalonnaise / Rully "En Gênes"
• Product Code: C18R4671