Pernand-Vergelesses AOC Les Belles Filles 2021 Domaine Rapet

What type of wine it is

Les Belles Filles by Domaine Rapet is an elegant red wine from Burgundy, in the renowned Côte de Beaune. This Pinot Noir comes from a vineyard planted on limestone and iron-rich clay soils, guaranteeing a distinctive mineral character. The style is rounded and fruity, supported by well-integrated tannins that lead the tasting to a long and persistent finish.

Where it comes from

The Pernand-Vergelesses appellation is located in Burgundy, nestled between the Côte de Nuits and the Côte de Beaune. The Les Belles Filles vineyard is named after a picturesque area and boasts limestone soils with iron-rich clays. This combination enhances the wine’s balance and ensures a distinctive sense of freshness that faithfully reflects the identity of the terroir.

How it is made

The vinification follows an approach focused on measured extraction and finesse preservation. Fermentation lasts fifteen days and is supported by regular punch-downs, which help to gradually extract color. The wine is aged in oak barrels, with a targeted use of new wood to enrich the wine’s structure, providing complexity while maintaining expressive clarity.

Tasting notes

In the glass it appears clear, with an intense hue reflecting its harmonious character. On the nose, it offers lively fresh aromas of blackcurrant and red currant alongside a pronounced earthy note. The palate is rounded, guided by a balanced texture that leads to an elegant finish and ensures a pleasant continuum of flavors on the close.

Pairings

This red pairs impeccably with meat dishes and elevates preparations such as beef fillet, veal sauté or duck. Thanks to its balanced tannins, it also enhances aged cheeses and helps cleanse the palate. On the regional front, it forms a harmonious union with boeuf bourguignon, where its fruity component perfectly supports the dish.

When to serve

It is the ideal choice for dinners that require an elegant and defined profile. The wine reaches its best expression during a complete meal, accompanying a menu based on rich and flavorful ingredients. The skillful oak aging invites you to savor it slowly, allowing the various notes to settle and unveil a deep aromatic complexity over time.