Domaine Claude Maréchal Chorey-Lès-Beaune 2022From one of the Cte de Beaunes most respected small growers, this Chorey ls Beaune beautifully captures the charm of village level Burgundy. Claude Marchal, often considered a disciple of Henri Jayer, has built a reputation for producing wines of purity and finesse through meticulous vineyard work, low yields and a light touch in the cellar. Chorey ls Beaune is known for its approachable, earlier drinking Pinot Noir, and in Marchals hands it gains an

The wine undergoes barrel fermentation in French oak barrels

paving the way for others

and crushed stones

due to its skin-contact style

before the wine is bottled two years after harvest

and allows for a natural extraction without excessive punch downs to achieve deliciously balanced tannins

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generations of dedicated growers have cultivated these vineyards with passion and an unwavering commitment to quality

The wine is aged briefly in oak just to add toasty hints

The journey of this wine begins with meticulous hand-picking and sorting of the fruit

The name is a tribute to the women of the village who

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