Although the Côte de Beaune is the area of Burgundy most famous for its majestic white wines, it is also the birthplace of incredibly fine reds. This is especially true around the Montagne de Corton, the only hill in the Côte d'Or where both a red Grand Cru (Corton) and a white Grand Cru (Corton-Charlemagne) are produced. Pierre André's Bourgogne Pinot Noir comes from this magical setting, offering us an accessible and authentic taste of one of the most prestigious regions in the world. The history of wine here goes back centuries. In fact, viticulture was already flourishing in the early Middle Ages, and legend has it that it was none other than Emperor Charlemagne who designated part of the Corton hill for vineyards, giving its name to one of the most famous white wines of all time. But let's focus now on this label, 100% Pinot Noir. This is a demanding grape variety that thrives in cool climates and calcareous soils. Pierre André's philosophy is to intervene as little as possible, allowing the fruit to express its full potential in relation to the environment. The process begins with cold maceration to gently extract the primary aromas of the fruit, preserving its freshness and liveliness. After fermentation, the wine is aged on its lees in oak barrels. This ageing is essential because contact with the spent yeasts enriches it, giving it a deeper structure and roundness on the palate. It has a beautiful bright ruby red colour. The nose is immediately captivated by an inviting mix of red and black fruit aromas, such as crisp raspberry, ripe cherry and blackcurrant, complemented by delicate peppery notes. The nose is clean, fresh and very expressive. On the palate, however, it is fine and elegant, with a slender but not weak body, supported by ripe and velvety tannins that do not scratch but caress. In the finish, hints of undergrowth, such as moss and damp earth, emerge, giving a note of pleasant complexity and depth. It is a juicy wine that goes down a treat.