At a glance

Producer

Domaine Charles Audoin

Region

Marsannay, Côte de Nuits, Burgundy, France

Grape variety

Pinot Noir

Wine type

Red

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Bone Dry

Typical price

$45-65 USD

Tasting profile

Closed, primary red cherry, cranberry, violet, subtle spice; structure dominating fruit.

Evolution: Will develop savory, earthy, forest floor, and truffle notes; tannins soften and fruit deepens.

At peak: Elegant, perfumed, layered Pinot with precise mineral edge, complexity, and refined finish.

Structure

Acidity

Fresh, vibrant, supporting cellaring potential

Tannins

Medium-fine, moderately firm, typical of Marsannay single-vineyard Pinot Noir

Alcohol

12.5%–13.5% ABV

Aging potential

Moderate to high; can age 10–15 years in good conditions

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2030 to 2040

Optimal window

2028 to 2043

Current status

Barrel sample or very recently bottled; not yet released commercially as of mid-2024.

Current condition

Youthful, with high acidity and structure; too young for optimal drinking.

Marsannay Les Favières expresses its finest aromatic complexity and terroir purity after 5-10 years. The 2023 vintage will need time to harmonize acidity, tannin, and fruit—a hallmark of single-cru Burgundy. Expect best drinking between 2030–2035, depending on storage.

Food pairing

Roast duck, game birds, rabbit with mustard sauce, mushroom risotto, earthy French cheeses.

Serving

Decant

Yes (30 minutes) — Decanting will help to aerate the wine, enhancing its aromas and softening the medium-fine tannins, which can improve the overall drinking experience.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 8/10

Domaine Charles Audoin employs sustainable viticulture: hand-harvesting, cover crops, limited chemical use, gentle soil management, minimal irrigation; light-weight bottles and recycled packaging.

Domaine Charles Audoin is a leader in Marsannay sustainability, with HVE and Terra Vitis certifications for environmental stewardship and responsible farming. While not fully organic or biodynamic, the domaine's attention to reduced chemical intervention, biodiversity, energy efficiency and sustainable packaging positions it as environmentally progressive in Burgundy. The carbon footprint is mitigated by estate-only production, though exporting to distant markets raises impacts. Overall, a thoughtful, responsible producer with above-average sustainability credentials for Burgundy.