Area of production and geology
The vineyard is the unique "Clos" inside Nuits-Saint-Georges city. It is 1,8954 ha (4,66 acres) and the average age of the vines is 40 years old. The soil is mainly limestone and clay.
Grape variety 100% Pinot Noir.
Vinification
Manually harvested in 30 kgs crates, the grapes are sorted on arrival and emptied into
the vats by gravity. Fermentary maceration lasts 19 to 24 days in conical oak vats.
Temperature control allows work of the wine in two phases : he first to bring out the
fruit of pinot noir between 15 and 25°C, the second to obtain body and tannin between
28 and 35°C. Daily punching of cap is adapted according to the state of maceration and
extraction. De-vatting is manual ( without pumping). Pressing is done at low pressure in
one go to avoid manipulation of grapes and over extraction of tannin.
Maturation
The wine is run into barrel by gravity after 8 to 24 hours only of sedimentation to
conserve a maximum of fine lees. Maturation happens in oak casks, of which 20 to 40%
are new according to the quality potential of each vintage. «Batonnage» (stirring up of
fine lees) takes place in order to develop aromatic complexity and encourage natural
clarification processes. Time of maturation is 16 months in order to express the fruity
aromas of the wine. It varies from one vintage to another. This type of maturation on
lees allows us to bottle the wine without fining or filtration, thus keeping natural
expression of the «terroir».
Tasting notes
Deep and bright ruby-red colour with a cherry tint. With a slightly smoky note in the
nose, it develops aromas of small red fruit and raspberries, backed up by spicy notes.
On the palate, it has a fine structure with tannins bringing a nice support to the fruit and
giving it persistency.
Gastronomical suggestions
It would be ideal with red meats, poultry in wine sauces, small game and tasty cheeses.
Serve at 16°C.
Origin
France
Closure
Cork
ABV
12.5%
Varieties
100% Pinot Noir.
Sizes & Packing
750ml
Region
Nuits-Saint-George
