Vintage Character Aurélien Verdet Marsannay ‘Champs Perdrix’ 2022 is a lively and approachable Pinot Noir from the northern edge of the Côte de Nuits. The 2022 vintage in Burgundy was shaped by a warm, dry summer with well‑timed rains, producing ripe, concentrated fruit while retaining freshness, giving this Marsannay both charm and structure.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing Sourced from the steep, limestone‑rich slopes of Champs Perdrix, it shows bright aromas of redcurrant, cranberry, and pomegranate, accented by violet and subtle spice. The palate is juicy and fresh, with supple tannins, vibrant acidity, and a long, mineral‑driven finish. Its balance of energy and finesse makes it a versatile partner at the table, pairing beautifully with roast duck breast, mushroom ravioli, or a wedge of Tomme de Savoie cheese. Aurélien Verdet, based in Arcenant in the Hautes‑Côtes de Nuits, is recognized as one of Burgundy’s rising stars, carrying forward his father Alain Verdet’s pioneering work in organic viticulture since the 1970s.
Winery Background Today, he farms about 4.5 hectares of estate vineyards at 300–400 meters altitude and also works with trusted growers in prestigious appellations such as Chambolle‑Musigny, Vosne‑Romanée, Gevrey‑Chambertin, and Nuits‑Saint‑Georges. All vineyards are cultivated organically, with manual harvesting, indigenous yeast fermentation, and minimal intervention in the cellar to preserve terroir expression. For Champs Perdrix, grapes are hand‑picked, fermented with native yeasts, and aged for around 18 months in French oak barrels, about 30% new, before bottling without fining or filtration. His Marsannay bottlings, particularly from sites like Champs Perdrix, embody his philosophy of purity and precision, offering wines that are both expressive and accessible, and confirming his reputation as a thoughtful interpreter of Burgundy’s terroirs.