Lucien Muzard & Fils Santenay Maladiere Rouge Premier Cru 2023 1,5L

A powerful and aromatic magnum Premier Cru with a beautiful dark red color.

The aroma is intense with red fruits and berries.

The taste is very present with subtle tannins. Red fruits dominate the palette. It has great intensity and a complexity that develops in the glass. A wine with a lingering aftertaste that reflects its finesse and potential to evolve over time.

Maladière is a steep southeast-facing rocky slope. The vineyard covers 4.35 hectares. The vines are approximately 35 years old. The soil is fractured limestone with a thin layer of topsoil. Due to the steep incline, grass is planted between the vines to preserve the soil and prevent it from being washed away by running water. 

Vinification is done with natural yeast, with whole grapes, most of which are destemmed, about 30% whole clusters.

⅔ is aged in Burgundy oak barriques, with 15-20% being new.

⅓ of the cuvée is matured in large foudres, which are large oak vats.

A delightful wine that should be enjoyed in good company and in large glasses.