Domaine Chanson Pernand-Vergelesses Les Vergelesses Premier Cru

A Pinot Noir from the heart of the Côte de Beaune — structured, with dark fruit and the typical mineral pull of the Pernand-Vergelesses.

Domaine Chanson is one of the oldest négociant houses of the Côte d'Or, founded in 1750 in Beaune. The winery farms the 5.4-hectare Premier Cru plot Les Vergelesses directly at the foot of the Corton hill. The soil of clay and limestone gives the wine body and a cool mineral tension that distinguishes this site from the fuller appellations further south.

In the glass, the wine appears deep ruby red. On the nose, ripe cherry and black currant, underpinned by cassis leaves, a hint of violet, and subtle roasted notes from wood aging. On the palate, firm, well-integrated tannin, medium to full body, clear acidity line, and a lingering finish with a mineral aftertaste.

• Temperature: 16–17 °C, open about an hour before pouring
• Food: Venison saddle with cranberries, Coq au Vin, mature Époisses, or strong goat cheese