Latest Technical Specifications · 2018
Alcohol 13.5%
Grape Varieties 100% Pinot Noir
Classification Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru AOC
Region Clos des Corvees
Soil Predominantly silt and clay-limestone marl originating from the combe des vallerots
Orientation South-East And East
Fermentation Vessels Tonneau
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Oak Types French oak
Contains Added Sulfites Yes
Production Details Spontaneous alcoholic fermentation in tonneau with indigenous yeasts. Maturation information conflicts internally on the same 2018 page: its technical panel gives 13–24 months in wood, whereas its narrative gives 24 months in French-oak barrels followed by bottle aging. Recommended serving temperature is 18–20°C.
Tasting Notes Dark ruby to garnet appearance; blueberry, redcurrant, plum, cherry, sour cherry, wild strawberry, violet, liquorice, sweet spices, forest floor, leather, truffle and humus; deep, harmonious and persistent, with body and silky tannins
Food Pairing Mushroom risotto; game; pasta with meat sauce; braised red meat; mature cheeses
Vintages
2018 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Grape Varieties 100% Pinot Noir
Classification Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru AOC
Region Clos des Corvees
Soil Predominantly silt and clay-limestone marl originating from the combe des vallerots
Orientation South-East And East
Fermentation Vessels Tonneau
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Oak Types French oak
Contains Added Sulfites Yes
Production Details Spontaneous alcoholic fermentation in tonneau with indigenous yeasts. Maturation information conflicts internally on the same 2018 page: its technical panel gives 13–24 months in wood, whereas its narrative gives 24 months in French-oak barrels followed by bottle aging. Recommended serving temperature is 18–20°C.
Tasting Notes Dark ruby to garnet appearance; blueberry, redcurrant, plum, cherry, sour cherry, wild strawberry, violet, liquorice, sweet spices, forest floor, leather, truffle and humus; deep, harmonious and persistent, with body and silky tannins
Food Pairing Mushroom risotto; game; pasta with meat sauce; braised red meat; mature cheeses
2017 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 100% Pinot Noir
Drinking Window Drink from 2020; peak 2023–2035; drink before 2037+
Classification Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru
Region Clos des Corvees
Production Details The 2017 record identifies biodynamic cultivation and recommends serving at 16–17°C.
Tasting Notes Deep, intense ruby; earthy nose led by spices and black fruit; balanced and savory palate with liquorice, blueberry and a notably persistent finish
Food Pairing Milanese-style veal chop