The history of Labouré-Roi is closely linked to that of Nuits-Saint-Georges, in the heart of the iconic Côte de Nuits. Founded in 1832, Labouré-Roi is today one of the most respected names in Burgundy.

These historical roots in the heart of one of the most fragmented and exacting wine-producing regions in the world have shaped a philosophy focused on excellence and discovery. For nearly 200 years, Labouré-Roi has enabled wine lovers from all over the world to access the prestigious appellations of these legendary vineyards.

BEAUNE PREMIER CRU
BELISSAND 2022

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2022  

Pinot Noir.

Colour: Beautiful ruby red, deep and intense.

Nose: Aromas of red cherries and dark fruits, with a delicate hint of vanilla and great complexity.

Palate: The wine is supple, with silky tannins and flavours of small red and black fruits typical of Pinot Noir, such as blackcurrant.

Perfect match with wine-based dishes, such as marinated red meat or chicken with morels. It will also pair beautifully with a fine selection of cheeses, especially full-flavoured varieties.

Servir idéalement à une température située entre 15 et 17°C.

With proper cellaring, this great Burgundy wine will age gracefully for 5 to 8 years.

Located at the heart of the Burgundy vineyard, Beaune is one of the region’s most iconic appellations. Covering nearly 450 hectares across 41 climats, a significant proportion of which are classified as Premier Crus, it reflects the richness and diversity of Burgundy’s terroirs. The soils — limestone, marl, clay and sand — combine with well-defined slopes, south and south‑east facing exposures, and elevations ranging from 190 to 380 metres.

Beaune, whose name derives from the Gaulish god Belenus, has for centuries embodied the very essence of Burgundy’s wine heritage. The “Belissand” climat, traditionally associated with the goddess Bélisama, is distinguished by underground springs that emerge in springtime, giving the terroir a distinctive and expressive character.

Hand-harvested grapes are sorted in the vineyard and again at the winery on a sorting table. The berries are then 100% destemmed but not crushed, and transferred whole into wooden vats by gravity. Maceration lasts around three weeks, with regular punch-downs. No oenological additives (such as yeast, enzymes or tannins) are used, in order to preserve the true expression of this precious terroir. The wine is aged for 16 months in barrels, without racking, including 30% new oak.

From November 2021 to January 2022, there was abundant rain, followed by cool months in February and March, which delayed budding and prevented frost. May was particularly warm, favouring good flowering, but June was marked by hot mornings and violent thunderstorms in the afternoon. In July, intense heat led to water stress, slowing down the ripening of the vines, depending on the plot.

Work in the vines influenced the results, with some plots producing an excellent vintage, while others suffered from dehydration. Most of the harvest began at the beginning of September, with beneficial rain falling at the end of the day or at night, allowing the grapes to offer a good balance between sugar content and acidity.

Harvesting finished in mid-September, with production close to normal despite variable volumes. The 2022 wines have notes of ripe fruit, while retaining their freshness.  They are generous and well-balanced.