A biodynamic Saint-Aubin rouge from Domaine Derain, made from old vines in the Le Ban lieu-dit — light ruby, delicate, and finely structured, with red cherry, cranberry, and rose petal on the nose and silky tannins on a fresh, elegant finish.
Tasting Notes
Light ruby with translucent clarity. Red cherry, cranberry, rose petals, and subtle spice on the nose with earthy undertones. Silky and lifted on the palate with bright natural acidity, fine tannins, and flavours of red berries, soft herbs, and gentle minerality leading to a fresh, elegant finish. Saint-Aubin rouge rarely gets the attention of its white counterpart — at this level of precision, it deserves it.
Quick Facts
- Grape: 100% Pinot Noir
- Origin: France, Burgundy, Saint-Aubin (Le Ban lieu-dit, biodynamic)
- Style: Dry natural red, biodynamic, minimal intervention
- Winemaking: Biodynamic farming, low yields, minimal oak, restrained cellar work, terroir-focused
- Suitable for vegetarians and vegans
Food Pairing
Roasted chicken, charcuterie, mushroom dishes, grilled fish, and vegetable tarts.
Serving
Serve at 14-16°C. Open 15 minutes before serving.
About the Producer
Domaine Derain is a biodynamic estate based in Saint-Aubin, Burgundy, founded by Dominique Derain and continued by a new generation of natural-focused winemakers. Celebrated for precise viticulture and low-intervention cellar practices, the domaine produces wines of vibrancy, balance, and unmistakable Burgundian finesse across appellations from village Bourgogne to Premier Cru Saint-Aubin, Pommard, and Gevrey-Chambertin.
