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Macon – Pierreclos Albert Bichot

Code:  0300

Phonetic Pronunciation:  Mack – on   Pee – air   Clow   Al – bear   Bee – show

Region:  Maconnais, Burgundy

Country:  France

Grapes:  Gamay

ABV:  13%

Oak:  Yes

 

 

 

 

Description

Wine Description:  Lightly oaked.  Aged in old oak barrels for 8 months, gives this red a layer of complexity which underpins a fruity fresh palate of black cherry and wild plums.

Food Match:  White meats

Winery Information:  The first traces of the Bichot family in Burgundy date back to 1214.  In 1831 Bernard Bichot founded a wine brokerage and his son purchased Bichot’s first vineyards in Volnay.  Six generations later “Albert Bichot” now has 245 acres of Premier and Grand Cru vineyards in Chablis, Cote de Nuits, and Cote de Beaune, which is split over four exceptional estates; Chateau Long Depaquit in Chablis, Domaine du Clos Frantin in Nuits St George, Domaine du Pavillon in Pommard and Domaine Adelie in Mercurey.  Albert Bichot’s expertise is based on respect for terroir and nature, using sustainable viticultural practices.  This expertise has been recognised by the industry in the various awards and accolades such as; Pinot Noir Trophy – Decanter World Wine Awards, Red Wine Maker of the Year– International Wine Challenge, Best White Burgundy – Decanter Wine Awards.

Bottle Closure:  Cork

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