2021 Guilhem & J-Hugues Goisot Cotes d’Auxerre Corps de Garde Bourgogne Rouge, Burgundy

Goisot’s Corps de Garde Pinot is drawn from three mature plots (40 to 70 years old) in Côte de la Ronce/Haut de la Ronce, Côte de Tue Chien and Gueules de Loup. These vineyards are on Kimmeridgian limestone slopes mixed with red-brown and white clays.
 
All the grapes were destemmed, and there was no pigeage as Goisot prefers to extract tannins gently and only from the grape’s skins rather than the pips. Macerated and vinified in open wood fermenters, this wine was transferred to 300-litre Burgundian barriques (20% new, with the remainder between one and five years old) for 12 months.

Guilhem & J-Hugues Goisot Côtes d'Auxerre Corps de Garde Bourgogne Rouge is a refined and expressive red wine from the Burgundy region of France, crafted by the Goisot family, renowned for their biodynamic and organic practices. Located in the lesser-known Côtes d'Auxerre appellation, which lies just north of the more famous Côte d'Or, this wine offers a unique and authentic take on Burgundy Pinot Noir. The Goisot family has been committed to producing high-quality wines that reflect the terroir of Burgundy, with an emphasis on sustainable and environmentally friendly farming practices.

Guilhem and Jean-Hugues Goisot, the current generation of the Goisot family, are known for their innovative approach to winemaking while respecting Burgundy's centuries-old traditions. The estate’s commitment to biodynamics and organic viticulture ensures that their wines are not only of exceptional quality but are also produced in harmony with nature. The Goisots have been making wines in the region for several generations, and their wines have gained significant acclaim for their authenticity and distinctiveness. Their Côtes d'Auxerre Corps de Garde Bourgogne Rouge is a perfect example of their passion for producing terroir-driven wines that are both complex and approachable.