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Established in 1832, Labouré-Roi is a forward-thinking winery is of Burgundy’s most successful producers with wines distributed to over thirty countries worldwide and annual sales revenues in excess of $70 million.

On each bottle of Labouré-Roi is the regal fleur-de-lys, the emblem of the French King Louis VII. While this house respects its remarkable heritage, it has embraced the future like few other Burgundian producers. Labouré-Roi’s winemaking facility is indeed one of the more technically-advanced within the region, with a cellaring capacity of 1,300 barrels. This supplements an impressive 16th century cellar, which is still used for storage and aging of select bottles.

Located in Nuits-Saint-George, Labouré-Roi has long been committed to making world-class wine accessible to all. To that end, it currently works with an impressive one hundred growers throughout nearly every major winemaking region of France, from regional appellations and the most celebrated Burgundy villages, to superlative Premier and Grand Cru vineyards.

Labouré-Roi’s fine wines have over the years received numerous international awards and accolades

Production Area
Our Bourgogne Pinot Noir “Maximum” is a blend of grapes from villages in the Côtes de Beaune including Monthélie, Santenay and Mercurey.

Grape Varieties
100% Pinot Noir

Vinification
Grapes are harvested at full maturity. A cold maceration leads to a slow fermentation during a three weeks period. The cap was punched down twice a day. The wine was then aged in oak barrels (2-to-3 year old) for 6 months before bottling.

Color
Dark ruby red

Bouquet
Strawberry and blackcurrant notes evolve into peppery and earthy notes.

Taste
Maximum is lively and structured in the mouth with a rich, long finish.

Alcohol
12.5%

Serving Suggestions
Serve with delicate, aromatic dishes such as salads, meat or poultry tarts, or simmered beef and vegetables (pot-au-feu). Moreover, its delicacy makes a perfect choice for those who like red wine with fish. Its natural elegance predisposes this wine towards veal or hard cheeses like Gouda.