Philippe Pacalet - Moulin-à-Vent - Red - 2019

Wine:

The 2019 Moulin-à-Vent Red reveals a sumptuous bouquet, both floral and fruit-driven. On the palate, it follows suit—juicy and expressive, with impressive depth and ripe, powerful tannins that promise excellent aging potential, though it is already a pleasure to drink now.

Vinification:

Hand harvested and matured in casks.

Color:

Intense, brilliant red.

Nose:

A blend of red and black fruit aromas with floral notes.

Palate:

Rich and powerful, with juicy, vibrant fruity flavours, this cuvée offers impressive depth, an elegant texture, and silky, delicate tannins.

Temperature:

Serve between 16 and 18°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Grilled entrecôte steak, guinea fowl with cabbage, coq au vin, roast squab with crushed pepper, rabbit stew.

Cellar aging:

From today until 2028, and even longer for enthusiasts.

A rare and highly sought-after estate, Philippe Pacalet crafts wines that few have the privilege to access. An ultra-sensitive winemaker, he expresses Burgundy with remarkable purity, using whole-cluster fermentation, no added sulfur, and long aging—always with a commitment to organic viticulture.

Following in the footsteps of his mentors Marcel Lapierre and Jules Chauvet, he creates wines that balance precision and artistry, perfectly capturing the essence of Burgundy’s greatest terroirs, which he has been exploring for over two decades.

Awarded 2 stars by the French wine guide RVF, his wines stand among the most authentic and refined expressions of their appellations, offering an unparalleled softness and precision.