Domaine Chevillon Chezeaux Nuits St Georges V.V. 2021, 750ml

100% Pinot Noir from 1.61hadivided in 4 parcels: Les Charmois, Aux Athees, Aux Tuyaux, and Aux Herbues at 230 to250m of altitude. The northern part is planted in gravel and silt soils, and the south with heavy marl and limestone. Age of the vines: 60 years old.

The grapes are 100% destemmed and lightly crushed, followed by a pre-fermentation, cold maceration of 7 days, and fermentation with punch downs and pump overs. The wine is pressed and transferred to barrels by gravity, and ages for 16 months in 10% new oak barrels.

Tasting Note:

Bright ruby red colour. Rich and delicate, with subtle nuances of cherry and sweet spices. Energetic, fresh and taut, with saline notes in the opening, elegant and persistent.

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Region: Nuits St Georges

Variety: Pinot Noir

Rating: James Suckling 90