Vintage Character Domaine Derey Frères Bourgogne "Les Valendrons" 2022 is a Bourgogne Pinot Noir from the lieu-dit Les Valendrons in Couchey, at the northern gateway to the Côte de Nuits. The 2022 vintage is widely regarded as a strong Burgundy year: a warm, sunny growing season brought healthy ripeness, while retaining enough freshness to keep the wines energetic and well defined. This site’s clay-limestone soils give the wine its Burgundian signature of supple fruit, lively lift, and a gently earthy mineral undertone that sets it apart from broader regional bottlings.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing In the glass, it offers bright aromas of red cherry, wild strawberry, and redcurrant, with hints of violet, soft spice, and a touch of woodland earth. The palate is silky yet precise, framed by fresh acidity and fine, moderate tannins, leading to a polished finish with lingering red-berry purity and subtle savory nuance. Its balance makes it especially appealing with roast chicken, grilled pork tenderloin, or seared duck breast.
Winery Background Domaine Derey Frères is a long-established family estate in Couchey, with roots stretching back to the 17th century and a modern identity shaped by brothers Pierre-Marie, Maxime, and Romain Derey. The domaine is known for thoughtful, sustainable farming, hand-harvesting, and a restrained cellar style that favors finesse over extraction. With vineyards spanning the northern Côte de Nuits, the family focuses on transparent, terroir-led wines, and Les Valendrons captures that philosophy beautifully through its clarity, drinkability, and authentic sense of place.