About Millebuis - Bourgogne Cote Chalonnaise Rouge Pinot Noir
This Bourgogne Côte Chalonnaise Pinot Noir from Millebuis opens with an inviting nose of fresh red cherries, crushed raspberries, and a delicate violet florality, underscored by a whisper of forest floor and dried herbs. On the palate, it delivers a graceful, medium-bodied expression with silky tannins and lively acidity that is characteristic of the Côte Chalonnaise. Flavors of ripe strawberry and red currant are woven together with subtle earthy minerality and a hint of spice. The wine shows the honest, unpretentious charm of this underrated Burgundian appellation — less opulent than the Côte de Nuits but possessing a genuine sense of place and terroir-driven finesse.
Medium BodydryServe 14–16°C
- elegant
- earthy
- silky
- fresh
- mineral
- approachable
Sommelier's Notes
AI-curated tasting insights
Flavour Profile
Primary
- Fresh red cherry
- Raspberry
- Wild strawberry
- Violet blossom
Secondary
- Forest floor and damp earth
- Dried herbs and thyme
- Subtle red spice
- Light oak and cedar
Finish
The finish is medium in length, clean and refreshing, with lingering red fruit and a pleasant mineral-driven dryness that invites another sip.
Food Pairings
- Roasted chicken with herb jus
- Duck breast with cherry reduction
- Mushroom risotto
- Gruyère and aged comté cheese
- Charcuterie and pâté de campagne
- Salmon en croûte
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