Estate & Terroir
Capitain-Gagnerot is a family-run domaine nestled in the heart of Aloxe-Corton, one of Burgundy’s most prestigious villages. The Les Moutottes vineyard sits at mid-slope on clay-limestone soils rich in marl and iron oxides, providing excellent drainage and minerality that shape the wine’s signature tension.
Winemaking & Vintage Conditions
Harvest & Vinification
Hand-harvested at optimal ripeness, the grapes underwent 18 days of fermentation in stainless steel vats, with gentle cap management to extract color and fine tannins. Indigenous yeasts drive fermentation, followed by malolactic conversion in tank.
Elevage
The wine matured for 14 months in 30% new French oak barrels, imparting subtle spice and wood complexity without overwhelming the vibrant fruit core. Egg-white fining and minimal filtration preserve purity and finesse.
Tasting Profile
On the nose, aromas of wild strawberry, Morello cherry and crushed violet mingle with hints of forest floor and warm spices. The palate is medium-bodied and brilliantly focused, showcasing succulent red fruit, bright acidity and a fine-grained tannic frame. The finish is persistent, with a chalky mineral nuance and a touch of licorice.
Food Pairing & Cellaring
Serve at 16–18 °C alongside roast game birds, beef carpaccio or earthy mushroom dishes. While approachable upon release, this Premier Cru will gain complexity over 5–12 years, unveiling deeper tertiary notes of leather, truffle and dried herbs.
