A prehistoric landslide mixing limestone materials with the moraines of the Rhône Glacier is at the origin of the unique soils of the Salquenen vineyard, a terroir particularly well suited to Pinot Noir.
The Grand Cru Salquenen, a wine produced according to a precise municipal regulation and a very strict specifications, highlights this perfect adequacy of soil - varietal while glorifying the uniqueness of this noble variety.
75 cl bottle
Alcohol 13.5% theft.
Vintage 2017
Service temperatures 16-18oC
Nose A wine with a complex bouquet, with roasting scents, ripe fruit aromas and a fine spicy touch.
Mouth The mouth combines power and elegance, with a heady fruitiness, a harmonious structure and a silky tannic frame.
Gourmet pairings Le Grand Cru is an exclusive wine made to accompany a dish that is out of the ordinary. For example, a Stroganoff beef, a Burgundy fondue or a Wellington fillet.
Dress A beautiful garnet red dress.
Reference: RB14
Pinot-Black Character Beautiful ruby dress. Floral nose of ripe berries. On the palate, velvety with round and supple tannins.1 bt of 150 cl
Reference: RB14
Gamay Character It is distinguished by its flamboyant aromas and fruitiness. While round, it is revealed by its fond, refreshing and ghoulish character.6 bts of 50 cl
Reference: LC89
Pinot Noir, this emblematic grape variety from the Salquenen region, finds on the Balmen Estate the ideal nest to fully flourish: a well-ventilated south exposure with perfectly drained terrain. Here the yields of old gnarled vines are modest. The quality of the grapes, on the other hand, is exceptional.75 cl bottle
Reference: AP77
Grapes: Grenache, Syrah and Carignan.6 bottle carton of 75 cl
A prehistoric landslide mixing limestone materials with the moraines of the Rhône Glacier is at the origin of the unique soils of the Salquenen vineyard, a terroir particularly well suited to Pinot Noir.
The Grand Cru Salquenen, a wine produced according to a precise municipal regulation and a very strict specifications, highlights this perfect adequacy of soil - varietal while glorifying the uniqueness of this noble variety.
75 cl bottle
