Bedecked with the classic elegance of great Burgundy reds, the Comte Armand, Auxey-Duresses Village 2023 reveals the soul of a discreet terroir with a nuanced character. From the Auxey-Duresses AOC, this wine from the Domaine du Comte Armand (Domaine des Epeneaux) combines viticultural rigour with artistic sensitivity. Vineyard management in certified organic and biodynamic agriculture gives the fruit a clear energy and remarkable expressiveness. In this luminous 2023, everything seems orchestrated to celebrate balance: subtle aromatic intensity, silky texture and freshness carried by a discreet mineral thread. For the enthusiast seeking precision and delicacy, as for the gastronome who enjoys finely honed pairings, this cuvée embodies a rare signature shaped by the accuracy of the hand more than by ostentation. A village red that readily sits alongside fine cuisine, offering, beyond immediate pleasure, a sensitive reading of its native landscape.

Blend and winemaking

This village appellation red comes from meticulously selected grapes then vinified with constant care to preserve the fruit's upright character. The harvests are carried out in an artisanal spirit, favouring just ripeness and the integrity of the berries. Extractions are measured to preserve the finesse of the tannins and the aromatic brightness, while cellar ageing, conducted sparingly, aims more at texture and harmony than demonstrative power. Guided by certified organic and biodynamic viticulture, the estate maintains minimal intervention, leaving the terroir the leading role. This gentle discipline produces a clear, expressive wine, both straight and airy, whose depth reveals itself over time in the glass. The philosophy is clear: reveal nuance, magnify freshness, preserve naturalness, and offer a faithful reading of the 2023 vintage and the discreet mineral thread typical of Auxey-Duresses.

Tasting notes

• Appearance : clear and bright, of measured intensity, it announces refined substance and a finely chiselled tannin grain.
• Nose : a delicate bouquet of crunchy red fruit, fresh flowers and gentle spices, completed by a touch of wet stone and a subtly balsamic thread.
• Palate : precise, pure attack, a silky and vibrant mid-palate, mouthwatering freshness, fine tannins and an extended finish on an elegant mineral signature.

Serving temperature and tips

Serve at around 15–16°C in a large glass that encourages aeration and reveals the complexity of the bouquet. A gentle airing a few minutes before serving allows the wine to open without forcing its structure. Store bottles on their side, protected from light and temperature fluctuations, to preserve the integrity of the fruit and the precision of the texture. This village red can be enjoyed now for its youthful brightness and will gain harmony after a short rest in the cellar, according to your tasting preferences.

Food pairings

• Aperitifs : gougères with comté, fine charcuterie, mushroom tartlets.
• Starters : pâté en croûte, œufs en meurette, finely seasoned beef tartare.
• Main courses : herb-roasted poultry, pink-centred veal cut, chanterelle risotto, lacquered duck breast.
• Cheeses : young comté, Brie de Meaux, matured tomme, ash-ripened goat cheese with a thin rind.
• Desserts : lightly sweet red fruit tart, cocoa and praline biscuit with subtle notes for a textural match.

Tasting occasions

The Comte Armand, Auxey-Duresses Village 2023 is the ideal companion:

• To enhance an intimate dinner where conversation meets the wine’s delicacy.
• During a gastronomic pairing with precise, seasonal and sensitive cuisine.
• As a refined gift for a Burgundy lover seeking authenticity.

Characteristics

• Name : Comte Armand, Auxey-Duresses Village 2023
• Appellation : Auxey-Duresses AOC
• Type : Red wine
• Vintage : 2023
• Grape variety : Pinot Noir
• Alcohol level : as stated on the label
• Ageing : estate cellar ageing, duration adapted to the vintage
• Contenance : 75 cl
• Cellaring : several years depending on storage conditions
• Serving temperature : 15–16°C