There are not a lot of rosés from Burgundy on wine store shelves. And in fact, there is only one appellation in Burgundy that can carry a village-level designation for rosé. It is Marsannay, which is located in the northern part of the Côtes de Nuits. All other Burgundian rosés are classified as the regional Burgundy appellation. The 2009 Domaine Collotte is 100% Pinot Noir, which is the only varietal permitted for Marsannay rosés.
I made the mistake of pouring and drinking this wine straight from the refrigerator. The cold temperature – while pleasing on a humid evening – caused this rosé to come across as far more restrained than it actually is. But as I allowed it to come closer to room temperature, it really opened up. It is fresh, with light raspberry and cranberry notes and some minerality. The Domaine Collotte is bone dry and delicate with a solid backbone of acidity. Quite a lovely wine.
Available at Federal Wine & Spirits for $18.99.
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