🏰news | features + short tasting note 【From the highly sought-after "Les Amoureuses" vineyard, known for producing some of 布根地's most elegant and finest Pinot Noirs, often described as "wines of silk and lace."】 The 1997 vintage for red 布根地 was characterized as very ripe and fruity, offering good early appeal, though some wines had lower acidity and less structure for long-term cellaring. The growing season saw uneven ripening, oidium problems, and a hot August, followed by cooling temperatures and some rain in early September. Despite these challenges, some growers, particularly in the Côte de Nuits, produced glorious wines. This wine presents a complex and predominantly tertiary nose with notes of raspberries, strawberries, tea, leather, flowers, tomato sauce, French herbs, coca cola, and mentholatum. The palate, after some air, reveals a mouth-watering fountain of intense, broad, complex, and mature fruit with fine-grained, dusty tannins. Ripe red fruits (especially cherry), liquorice, animal, earthy notes, and tobacco are also present, with firm yet sweet tannins. 🍴 Chinese Cantonese food pairing various types of suggestion east or west corresponding to wine cost IN ENGLISH This elegant 布根地 pairs beautifully with lighter meats such as pork loin, various game (rabbit, game birds, poultry), and lamb chops. It also complements grilled red meat, feathered game (quail, woodcock, partridge), mushrooms, duck, tenderloin, and mild, fruity cheeses. 🥂 fit for event suggestion IN ENGLISH An excellent choice for a special dinner, a romantic evening, or a contemplative tasting for those who appreciate mature 布根地. This 1997 vintage is now showing beautiful tertiary development. Expect delicate aromas and a refined palate. Handle with care, as older corks can be fragile. Decanting is recommended to allow the wine to open up, but be mindful of its age. Serve at 14-16°C (57-61°F).