Follin-Arbelet Corton Grand Cru 2023

Follin-Arbelet Corton Grand Cru 2023 is a dry red wine made from Pinot Noir in the prestigious Burgundy region. It features a solid structure with notes of black fruit, spices, and subtle earthy nuances of cocoa and cedar, supported by fine tannins.

Key facts

• Grape variety: Pinot Noir
• D.O. / Region: AOC Corton Grand Cru, Burgundy
• Winery: Follin-Arbelet
• Soil / Altitude: Clay and ochre marl, south-facing slope
• Ageing / Cellaring potential: 16–20 months in oak barrels, high cellaring potential

The vineyard

The grapes are sourced from a small 0.4-hectare plot on the southern slope of the Corton hill, within the renowned Le Charlemagne vineyard. The soil, rich in clay and ochre marls, imparts a distinct minerality to the vines, which are cultivated traditionally without herbicides or chemical fertilizers.

Ideal combination

Meat

Meat dishes pair well with full-bodied red wines — they enhance the flavour and soften the richness.

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Poultry

Poultry works with light white wines — Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc — or soft reds like Pinot Noir, Grenache.

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Cheese

Cheeses pair well with wine: hard cheeses with reds, soft and blue cheeses with whites and fortified wines.

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Winemaking

Following a manual harvest and complete destemming, fermentation takes place with indigenous yeasts in open oak vats. The wine then ages for 16 to 20 months in oak barrels in an underground cellar, and is bottled unfiltered to preserve its natural character.

Why buy it

This distinguished dry red wine showcases the most elegant and structured side of the Côte de Beaune. Its development in the bottle promises to enhance its aromatic complexity, making it an excellent addition to any cellar. If you are looking for an authentic expression of this Burgundy terroir, you can buy Follin-Arbelet Corton Grand Cru 2023 online directly from our store.