Philippe Pacalet - Vosne-Romanée - Red - 2020

Wine:

With an exceptionally refined texture, the 2020 Red Vosne-Romanée delivers a rich, voluptuous Pinot marked by deep sensuality, yet anchored by firm structure and powerful, polished tannins. A true gem among Vosne village wines, lifted by an outstandingly complete vintage.

Vinification:

Hand harvested from the ‘Au-Dessus de la Rivière’ climate, vines averaging 60 years old. Vinification 100% whole grapes, no added sulphites, with twice-daily punching down for 3 weeks, alcoholic fermentation with indigenous yeasts without artificial temperature control, malolactic fermentation in vats. Aged on lees, known as ‘en réduction’ in vats without racking, with stirring without added sulphites for 18 months. Bottled in April 2022. Production of 570 bottles.

Color:

Intense red colour with carmine highlights.

Nose:

Aromas of red fruits and raspberry mixed with floral notes.

Palate:

On the palate, this wine shows remarkable finesse, with vibrant fruit flavors. It delivers a rich, generous Pinot marked by great sensuality, firm structure, and powerful yet polished tannins.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Beef rib in a herb crust, rabbit stew, rack of veal with chanterelle mushrooms, Burgundy cheeses.

Cellar aging:

From today until 2031 and beyond for enthusiasts.

This is a rare estate, one few have the privilege to access. Philippe Pacalet is a deeply sensitive winemaker who captures the essence of Burgundy with remarkable precision and elegance, using the most natural methods possible—whole-cluster fermentation, no added sulfur, and extended aging.

Following in the footsteps of his mentors Marcel Lapierre and Jules Chauvet, he crafts wines under organic practices, balancing technical mastery with pure aesthetics. Each bottle is a true reflection of the great Burgundian terroirs he has explored for more than twenty years.

Awarded 2 stars by the French wine guide RVF, his exquisite wines—renowned for their silky texture and incomparable precision—are among the most sought-after in their appellations.