Nuits-Saint-Georges
Situation
Côte de Nuits
Level
AOC Village
Grape variety
Pinot noir
Nuits-Saint-Georges, which gave the Côte de Nuits its name, is almost exclusively devoted to the production of red Pinot Noir wines. The Nuits-Saint-Georges "village" area of appellation covers 163.5 ha in the village of Nuits and 11.8 ha in Prémeaux-Prissey Variations in exposure to the sun and in soil types between the vineyards, located to the south and north of Nuits-Saint-Georges yield considerably diverse wines.
Tasting
The nose opens up to aromas of forest undergrowth and mushroom as well as notes of red fruit. On the palate, this delicately oaked wine features notes of gingerbread and cherry with harmonious balance. The finish is long and intensely aromatic, evocative of red fruit and spices.
Food/wine pairing
This Nuits-Saint-Georges is a great wine for all red meats, dishes cooked in wine sauce, marinated game and aged cheeses.
Serving and keeping
Serve between 16 and 17°C. (60°F - 63°F)
This wine may be laid down for 2 to 5 years or more.
Vintages
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The vineyard
Soil: Brown limestone over Jurassic limestone slopes
Vinification
Harvest: Handpicked
Vatting: Temperature-controlled conical oak vats
Vatting time: 20 to 28 days
Ageing
Ageing: In oak barrels 100%
Ageing time: 14 to 16 months
Proportion of new barrels: 20% to 30%