Domaine Dubreuil-Fontaine Père et Fils - "Ile de Vergelesses" Pernand-Vergelesses Premier Cru Rouge 2018

Domaine Dubreuil-Fontaine was established in 1879; five generations later, it is managed by Christine Gruère-Dubreuil and her husband, Nicolas Gruère. Suberb winemaking tradition and an intense love of their land has enabled the estate to rise to epic status, using the family motto, “Pleasure and passion carry on…” as a guideline for success. This family has spent over a century chasing perfection, and that fact is beautifully evident in each new vintage from this unforgettable estate.

Ile de Vergelesses Premier Cru is made from 100% Pinot Noir from clay-limestone soils. All fruit is destemmed and fermented in stainless steel, then aged for 12-15 months in a mix of new oak barrels (no more than 25%) old oak barrels and stainless steel. The nose displays a lovely melange of blackberries, cassis and violets. On the palate, this gorgeous 1er Cru is supple and soft with ripe tannins and voluminous flavors of black cherry, black olive and blueberry that lead into an elegant and refined finish. Enjoy with osso bucco or ratatouille.