Maranges 1er Cru Le Clos Des Rois

At a Glance

  • Size: 0.85 ha (2.10 ac)
  • Variety: Pinot Noir
  • Vine Age: Planted in approximately 1935, 1955, 1970
  • Terroir: 3 different parcels from the upper, central, and lower parts of the appellation, fairly sheltered location, 20cm-deep soil with hard limestone bedrock below
  • Viticulture: Lutte raisonnée (organic methods)
  • Vinification: 50% whole cluster, indigenous yeast fermentation in concrete tanks with gentle maceration. 18 months' aging in barrel (25% new oak), small amount of SO2 added only at bottling.