Corton-Bressandes 1996 Grand Cru - Maratray-Dubreuil

Presentation of the Maratray-Dubreuil Estate

Domaine Maratray-Dubreuil is located in Ladoix-Serrigny, in Burgundy, in the north of the Côte de Beaune. Founded at the beginning of the 20th century, it is now managed by François Maratray-Dubreuil. The estate covers 19 hectares and produces prestigious appellations, with expertise that combines tradition and modernity.

Presentation of the Cuvée and the Appellation

"Les Bressandes" is a large lieu-dit facing south-east and located in the heart of the Cortons, halfway up the hillside. The appellation covers approximately 16 hectares and produces exclusively red wines from Pinot Noir. It is one of the most renowned lieux-dits. The vines are planted on clay-limestone soil, on crumbled rock with red and stony soil.

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This vintage was vinified with manually sorted grapes, followed by traditional fermentation and aging in oak barrels (50% new) for 18 months. It offers an intense aromatic palette, between red fruits, spices and tertiary notes.

Presentation of the 1996 Vintage

The 1996 year in Burgundy saw a cool and dry summer, allowing excellent ripeness of the grapes while maintaining high acidity. This vintage is known for its exceptional longevity and its marked tannic structure, offering intense and elegant wines, perfectly balanced.

Bottle condition

• Level : Perfect
• Color : Perfect
• Label : Very worn and very stained
• Headdress : Intact
• Overall Condition : Very Good

Food and wine pairings

1. Roast duck with figs and red wine sauce
2. Grilled rib of beef and candied vegetables
3. Refined Brillat-Savarin and roasted hazelnuts