The name Antonin Rodet has been rhyming with Mercurey in the heart of the Côte Chalonnaise since 1875, when the house was founded by Antoine Rodet, known as Antonin. The Clos Rodet, a 17^th Century bourgeois mansion situated in the heart of the village, is embodying the House’s historical heart, cellar and values.
For decades, the visionary Rodet family did not hesitate to invest in one of the oldest terroirs in Burgundy and contributed to the business development of the House, brought the Rodet signature into international markets and enhanced its reputation to become a reference in Mercurey and far beyond the native region.
VOUGEOT PREMIER CRU
LES PETITS VOUGEOTS 2023

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2023  

100% Pinot Noir.

Colour: Deep, bright crimson.

Bouquet : Rich and powerful aromas of berries, spices and liquorice.

Palate : A nice robust structure in the mouth, with wild berries and liquorice flavours, elegant tannins, roundness and richness.

Drink with stews, game or coq au vin, but also spicy dishes such as couscous or chili con carne, and mature cheese such as the French Comté, Reblochon, Epoisses or Vacherin.

Serve at around 15°C. (59°F).

This Premier Cru can be kept for 8 years or more in good conditions.

The name Vougeot immediately calls up the name of that famous vineyard, the Clos de Vougeot. But this village of the Côte de Nuits has other fine vineyards. The name itself derives from the little river Vouge. The powerful abbey of Cîteaux established the vineyards there in the 12th century and laid the foundations of their long brilliant reputation. Their claim to fame is due at least partly to the fact that, rather unusually for the Côte de Nuits, Vougeot produces white wines (Chardonnay) as well as red (Pinot Noir). The appellation was formally instituted in 1936.

Located at around 240 metres altitude, to the right of the road leading to the famous Clos de Vougeot castel, the Premier Cru Les Petits Vougeots vines are cultivated on shallow, brown calcareous soils. The name "Les petits Vougeots" refers to the presence of the source of the stream "La Petite Vouge", which only forms in case of strong weather.

The grapes are harvested by hand, sorted first in the vineyard and then in the winery, and completely destemmed. They then undergo cold maceration for 4 to 5 days before fermentation. Vinification takes place under temperature control for around twenty days, with daily punching down and pumping over. The wine is then matured in oak barrels for 15 to 18 months, 50% of which are new.

The ideal weather conditions in Burgundy in 2023, characterised by a favourable spring, a hot summer with cool nights, moderate rainfall and an early autumn harvest, played a key role in the high yields and exceptional quality of the grapes at harvest time.

The white wines are distinguished by their elegance, complexity and liveliness. Subtle aromas of white fruit, citrus and floral notes add to their remarkable freshness.

The red wines are powerful and well-balanced, with aromas of red and black fruit, as well as spicy and mineral nuances. The silky tannins add an elegant structure, promising harmonious ageing.

In short, these are expressive, fruity wines with very fine aromatic profiles.