Prosper Maufoux Bourgogne Hautes-Côtes de Beaune Pinot Noir 2024 is an elegant and approachable red Burgundy, offering a lovely balance of fresh red fruit, gentle spice and refined texture. Made from Pinot Noir grown in the higher-altitude vineyards of the Hautes-Côtes de Beaune, it combines bright fruit expression with the substance and freshness that make this region increasingly appreciated. Intense red fruit aromas carry through to the palate, complemented by subtle spice and the measured influence of French oak.
 
The Hautes-Côtes de Beaune vineyards extend across approximately 800 hectares and 30 communes, occupying the elevated slopes above Burgundy's renowned Côte de Beaune. Situated at altitudes between 280 and 550 metres, these vineyards experience cooler growing conditions than many sites lower down the slopes. This altitude helps preserve freshness in the grapes, contributing to wines with lively fruit character and an attractive balance between ripeness and acidity. For Pinot Noir, the result is often an appealing combination of elegance, precision and drinkability.
 
Prosper Maufoux takes a careful approach to vinification, beginning with the sorting and complete destemming of the grapes. The fruit is gently transferred into fermentation vats using a conveyor belt rather than pumping, helping to preserve its integrity. Before fermentation, the grapes undergo a cold maceration at approximately 10°C for four to five days. Total vatting lasts between 18 and 20 days, with daily punching down of the cap to encourage controlled extraction of colour, flavour and tannins.
 
Following vinification, the wine is transferred to French oak barrels, where it undergoes full malolactic fermentation. Maturation continues for 12 to 15 months in lightly toasted barrels, with 30% new oak. This approach adds depth and gentle spice without overwhelming the Pinot Noir's fresh red fruit character, creating a wine with both substance and elegance.
 
Prosper Maufoux Hautes-Côtes de Beaune 2024 is a versatile red Burgundy, offering the freshness and delicacy of Pinot Noir alongside the additional texture gained from traditional barrel maturation. Its accessible style makes it equally enjoyable with food or as an introduction to the character of higher-altitude Burgundy.
 
Tasting Notes:
 
Nose: Intense aromas of fresh red fruits, complemented by delicate hints of spice.
Palate: Fresh and expressive, with generous red fruit flavours, an elegant texture and subtle spice. A pleasing balance of substance and freshness.
 
Serving Recommendation & Food Pairing
 
Serve at approximately 14–15°C in a Burgundy wine glass. This slightly cooler serving temperature helps retain the wine's freshness while allowing its red fruit and gentle spice aromas to develop.
Prosper Maufoux Hautes-Côtes de Beaune Pinot Noir 2024 pairs particularly well with roast beef, game and savoury meat dishes. Its combination of fruit, freshness and subtle oak influence also makes it a good partner for Italian cooking, including mushroom risotto, pasta with rich tomato-based sauces and traditional pizza.
 
For cheese, consider mature or strongly flavoured varieties such as Époisses, Roquefort and other blue cheeses, as suggested by the producer.
 
For the producer's recommended pairing, serve alongside a traditional French roast fillet of Charolais beef.