La Pousse d'Or Clos Tavannes 2017 - Santenay 1er cru

Burgundy's Excellence: The Domaine de La Pousse d'Or

Domaine de La Pousse d'Or is a Côte de Beaune institution with a history dating back to antiquity. Based in Volnay, it began its modern era in 1954. Today, managed by the Landanger family, with Benoît Landanger at the helm, the estate is unanimously praised for its unwavering commitment to rigorous (and certified) biodynamic viticulture . This philosophy allows the wines to express the purity and transparency of their terroirs.

The estate is famous for holding several historic, high-quality parcels, including iconic Premier Crus and monopoles in prestigious appellations such as Chambolle-Musigny, Volnay and, of course, Santenay.

Santenay 1er Cru "Clos de Tavannes": A Terroir of Richness

Considered the jewel of the appellation, it borders the famous Premier Cru vineyards of Chassagne-Montrachet. The terroir is characterized by hard limestone soils reinforced with marl, giving the Pinot Noir a robust structure and a beautiful aromatic richness.

The 2017 vintage is marked by a classic balance in Burgundy, producing wines with ripe fruit, lovely freshness and silky tannins.

Technical Details of the Cuvée:

• Grape variety: 100% Pinot Noir.
• Viticulture: Biodynamic.
• Winemaking: Hand-harvested, seven-day cold maceration, fermentation with indigenous yeasts.
• Aging: On lees in French oak barrels (20% new) for 15 months.

Harmony and Finesse: Tasting Notes

This wine, when mature, offers a complex and elegant aromatic profile:

• Nose: Very expressive, with a bouquet of black and red fruits (cherry, raspberry, morello cherry), mixed with nuances of fine toast, licorice and graphite.
• Palate: Very fine and well-balanced. The tannins are integrated, the texture is silky. The body is both robust and supple, supported by a lovely acidity that brings freshness and length.
• Critical Review: Critics highlight its complexity and often consider it "the best site in Santenay" (CellarTracker: 91-92 points on average for this vintage).

Collection Conditions Guarantee

These bottles are offered in exceptional condition, having benefited from optimal storage conditions (cellar with controlled temperature and humidity):

• Level: Perfect, in the bottleneck (Base of Bottleneck - BN).
• Label: Impeccable.
• Capsule: Intact.
• Overall condition: Excellent condition. Only two bottles available.

Gourmet Pairing Suggestions

Serve between 16°C and 17°C after decanting for one hour. This beautifully full-bodied Pinot Noir pairs perfectly with:

• Supreme of Bresse chicken with Chaource cheese.
• Roast beef fillet or a piece of game bird.
• Mature cheeses from Burgundy (Époisses, Cîteaux).

A Prestigious Acquisition for Your Wine Cellar

The 2017 Santenay 1er Cru "Clos de Tavannes" from Domaine de La Pousse d'Or is a wine that combines the power of its terroir with the finesse of the Pousse d'Or style. Currently at its peak, now is the perfect time to add it to your collection. Seize this opportunity to acquire this rare bottle before it's gone!