Louis Jadot : Bonnes-Mares Grand cru 2021

An elegant and robust Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru wine

The estate

The Maison Louis Jadot, established in 1859, is a real benchmark in Burgundy. Its adventure began with the acquisition of the Beaune Premier Cru "Clos des Ursules" in 1826. Owning prestigious plots of vines, the House passes on its savoir-faire to generation after generation to offer wine lovers the best of Burgundy.

Head of Maison Louis Jadot since 1992, Pierre-Henry Gagey entrusted his position to Thomas Seiter (Bouchard Père et Fils) and the role of General Manager to his son Thibault Gagey in September 2022.

The vineyard

This Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru wine comes from a vineyard of less than 0.3 hectares in Chambolle Musigny, which rests on cracked brown soils and a marly vein, facing east/south-east.

The vintage

2021 was a year marked by severe frost in April and unstable weather conditions in Burgundy. Despite a smaller harvest than usual, the quality shone through, with floral and balanced white wines as well as bright, full-bodied and aromatic red wines.

Winemaking and ageing

After the harvest, the grapes were carefully destemmed and vinified in a vat over about four weeks. After being drawn off, the wines were funneled into oak casks in the estate’s cellars to be aged for a period of 18 months.

Blend

Pinot noir (100%)

Characteristics and tasting tips for Bonnes-Mares Grand cru 2021 from Louis Jadot

Storage

The wine can be tasted from now, but can be laid down until 2051.

To serve

Serve at a temperature of between 16 et 17°C inclusive.

Food and wine pairings

This Burgundy wine goes as well with grilled red meats as with cheeses like Cîteaux or Mont d’Or.