Nestled just beneath the Premier Cru Bousselot, “La Petite Charmotte” is a village‑level vineyard that reflects both rigor and elegance in Pierre‑Olivier Garcia’s hands. This 2023 vintage captures the essence of its terroir: limestone and clay soils with rich iron‑silt underlayers, gently sloped and east‑facing, allowing morning sun to coax delicate ripeness without over‑exposure.
Garcia’s commitment to low‑intervention farming is evident: hand‑harvested fruit, careful sorting, minimal new oak, and refined extraction techniques. The result is a Pinot Noir that balances power and precision.
Think red cherries, floral whispers and underbrush, with silky tannins, a seamless texture, refreshing acidity, and a long lingering finish with subtle spice and iron minerality.
Built for short‑term enjoyment right now, but also worth cellaring to see its complexity deepen over 4‑6 years.
