La Bouche du Roi, L'Abondance Pinot Noir 2023

La Bouche du Roi’s L’Abondance Pinot Noir 2023 is a distinctive expression of the historic Versailles wine region, where vineyards are being revived after centuries of dormancy. Made from Pinot Noir, it combines the elegance of fresh fruit with subtle smoky, spicy notes and polished tannins—offering a modern interpretation of a once-important French winegrowing heritage.

Tasting Notes
The wine presents a bright ruby-red colour. On the nose, it opens with aromas of fresh red fruit, complemented by delicate smoky nuances and warming spices. The palate is elegant and balanced, with supple, well-integrated tannins, lively fruit character and a refined finish. Its structure and freshness make it approachable in its youth, while careful cellaring should allow the fruit, spice and savoury notes to develop further over the coming years. It is best enjoyed from 2025 onward, with potential for medium-term ageing.

Production
The vineyards of Domaine La Bouche du Roi lie on the Versailles plain, where chalky soils provide the foundation for fresh, finely structured wines. The estate follows a sustainable approach and combines respect for traditional craftsmanship with modern winemaking techniques. For this Pinot Noir, the wine is matured in 300- and 400-litre oak barrels that have previously held two or three wines, allowing gentle integration and added complexity without overpowering the fruit.

Food & Serving
Serve lightly cool at around 14–16°C. This elegant Pinot Noir is well suited to roast poultry, duck, veal, mushroom dishes, charcuterie and grilled salmon, as well as gently seasoned vegetarian cuisine. It can be served directly from the bottle, although a short decant of 20–30 minutes may help open its fresh fruit, smoky character and spice.

Producer
Domaine La Bouche du Roi is part of an ambitious project led by winemakers Adrien Pélissié and Julien Brustis to restore viticulture around Versailles. Once one of France’s important winegrowing areas, the region had largely disappeared over the centuries. Today, the estate combines its historic terroir with sustainable vineyard practices and contemporary winemaking, creating wines that express the distinctive identity of the Versailles plain and help bring its rich wine heritage back to life.

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