2023 Frederic Cossard Bourgogne Rouge Bedeau.
From the charismatic natural wine legend Frédéric Cossard, 'Bedeau' is a pure, vibrant, and utterly stimulating expression of Pinot Noir. Sourced from several plots of old vines in and around the prestigious village of Volnay, this wine is crafted with Cossard's "zero-zero" philosophy: no chemicals in the vineyard and no additions, including sulphur, in the cellar. The 2023 vintage is a cool, refreshing, and perfumed glass of red Burgundy, brimming with energy and style. It offers a fresh and juicy palate of bright raspberry, wild strawberry, and complex forest-floor notes. It is a wine of rare liveliness and detail, made for immediate enjoyment.
Reviews & Scores
(Note: Specific professional critic scores for this 2023 natural wine are still emerging. Across all vintages, this cuvée holds an aggregated critic score of 91/100 on Wine-Searcher, reflecting its consistent high quality and appeal.)
Technical Sheet
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Producer: Frederic Cossard
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Wine: Bourgogne Rouge 'Bedeau'
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Vintage: 2023
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Region: Burgundy, France
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Appellation: AOP Bourgogne
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Grape: 100% Pinot Noir
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Terroir: Sourced from multiple parcels of old vines located in and around the village of Volnay.
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Viticulture: Organic and Biodynamic practices.
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Vinification: A very long maceration (5-6 weeks) with indigenous yeasts, with malolactic fermentation occurring on the skins. No added sulphur (Sans Soufre).
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Aging: Aged in neutral vessels (used barrels, concrete eggs, or qvevri) to preserve the purity of the fruit. Bottled without fining or filtration.
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Alcohol: Approx. 12.5%
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