Xavier Monnot Maranges 1er Cru Clos de la Fussière Monopole 2022

This dry red wine from the AOC Maranges 1er Cru in Burgundy is crafted from Pinot Noir by the Xavier Monnot winery. It features aromas of ripe cherries and blackberries, complemented by subtle toasted oak, earthy undertones, and a long finish.

Key facts

• Grape variety: Pinot Noir
• D.O. / Region: AOC Maranges 1er Cru, Burgundy
• Winery: Xavier Monnot
• Ageing / Cellaring potential: 12–14 months in oak barrels

The vineyard

The vineyards are managed under sustainable viticulture practices (lutte raisonnée) in the Côte de Beaune. The Pinot Noir vines average between 30 and 40 years of age, ensuring balanced yields and concentrated fruit.

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

The grapes are destemmed and fermented with indigenous yeasts after a cold maceration. The wine undergoes malolactic fermentation and ages for 12 to 14 months in French oak barrels, with a carefully measured proportion of new oak.

Why buy it

This Burgundy red stands out for its precision and typicity, making it an excellent choice for collectors seeking age-worthy wines with distinct character. Its structure and freshness promise a harmonious evolution in the cellar. To add this bottle to your collection, you can buy Xavier Monnot Maranges 1er Cru Clos de la Fussière Monopole 2022 online directly from our shop.