2023 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 100% Pinot Noir
Classification Nuits Saint Georges 1er Cru
Region Nuits-Saint-Georges
Soil White limestone in the upper clos de l'arlot and marl in the young-vine parcel at the bottom of the clos
Vineyard Yield 33 hL/ha
Harvest Dates 6–12 September 2023 (producer's estate/vintage harvest window; not stated as parcel-specific)
Sites Upper part of Clos de l'Arlot and a young-vine parcel at the bottom of the Clos
Fermentation Vessels Stainless steel vats
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Maceration 5 days
Oak Details 40% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak40%
Oak Types French oak
Barrel Size 228
Bottling Date 12 Feb 2025
Production Details 100% destemmed; cold pre-fermentation maceration at approximately 14°C for 5 days; spontaneous fermentation in stainless steel vats for 19 days with indigenous yeasts and daily pumping over; matured 15 months in 228 L French oak barrels, 40% new, followed by one and a half months in vats. The separately reported estate-wide harvest yield was 43 hl/ha.
Tasting Notes Elegant, mineral and lively bouquet with attractive toasty reduction; silky, crisp and light palate with tension, freshness, balance, purity and energy
Food Pairing Fine or delicate meats, white fish, and fresh fruit-based desserts
2022 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 100% Pinot Noir
Classification Nuits Saint Georges 1er Cru
Region Nuits-Saint-Georges
Soil White limestone in the upper clos de l'arlot and marl in the young-vine parcel at the bottom of the clos
Harvest Dates 26–31 August 2022 (producer's principal estate/vintage harvest window; the Hautes-Côtes de Nuits parcel was harvested separately on 10 September)
Sites Upper part of Clos de l'Arlot and a young-vine parcel at the bottom of the Clos
Oak Details 30% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak30%
Production Details Matured in barrels with 30% new barrels and bottled after 15–18 months of ageing. The producer separately reports an estate-wide yield of 38 hl/ha; this is not treated as the wine's parcel yield.
Tasting Notes Precise, discreet and fine nose with fresh berries, redcurrants and an elegant floral fragrance; supple, balanced palate with energy, texture and intensity
Food Pairing Delicate meats, white fish, and fresh fruit-based desserts
2021 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 100% Pinot Noir
Classification Nuits Saint Georges 1er Cru
Region Nuits-Saint-Georges
Soil White limestone in the upper clos de l'arlot and marl in the young-vine parcel at the bottom of the clos
Harvest Dates 20–25 September 2021 (producer's vintage harvest window; not stated as parcel-specific)
Sites Upper part of Clos de l'Arlot and a young-vine parcel at the bottom of the Clos
Oak Details 30% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak30%
Production Details Grapes were carefully sorted so that only sound fruit was vatted and pressed. The wine matured in barrels with 30% new barrels and was bottled after 15–18 months of ageing.
Tasting Notes Deep red-fruit aromas; fresh, juicy berries and silky tannins on a creamy, delicate palate
Food Pairing Delicate meats, white fish, and fresh fruit-based desserts
2020 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 100% Pinot Noir
Classification Nuits Saint Georges 1er Cru
Region Nuits-Saint-Georges
Soil White limestone in the upper clos de l'arlot and marl in the young-vine parcel at the bottom of the clos
Harvest Dates 25–30 August 2020 (producer's vintage harvest window; not stated as parcel-specific)
Sites Upper part of Clos de l'Arlot and a young-vine parcel at the bottom of the Clos
Oak Details 30% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak30%
Production Details Matured in barrels with 30% new barrels and bottled after 15–18 months of ageing. The producer notes that Pinot Noir ripened before Chardonnay and that high tartaric acid in the fruit, together with sun-ripened character, helped maintain balance and freshness; this is not a finished-wine acid measurement.
Tasting Notes Blackcurrant, black cherry and floral aromas; liquorice and cocoa, crisp tannins, subtle acidity and a generous silky finish
Food Pairing Fine or delicate meats, white fish, and fresh fruit-based desserts
2019 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 100% Pinot Noir
Classification Nuits Saint Georges 1er Cru
Region Nuits-Saint-Georges
Soil White limestone in the upper clos de l'arlot and marl in the young-vine parcel at the bottom of the clos
Harvest Dates 12–17 September 2019 (producer's vintage harvest window; not stated as parcel-specific)
Sites Upper part of Clos de l'Arlot and a young-vine parcel at the bottom of the Clos
Oak Details 30% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak30%
Production Details Matured in barrels with 30% new barrels and bottled after 15–18 months of ageing.
Tasting Notes Delicate redcurrant, blueberry, lychee, milky and floral notes; silky tannins, mineral balance, complexity and a mouth-watering palate
Food Pairing Fine or delicate meats, white fish, and fresh fruit-based desserts
2018 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 100% Pinot Noir
Classification Nuits Saint Georges 1er Cru
Region Nuits-Saint-Georges
Soil White limestone in the upper clos de l'arlot and marl in the young-vine parcel at the bottom of the clos
Harvest Dates 1–7 September 2018 (producer's vintage harvest window; not stated as parcel-specific)
Sites Upper part of Clos de l'Arlot and a young-vine parcel at the bottom of the Clos
Oak Details 30% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak30%
Production Details All grapes were sorted on a vibrating table to remove dry or hail-damaged fruit. The wine matured in barrels with 30% new barrels and was bottled after 15–18 months of ageing.
Tasting Notes Black cherry, blackcurrant and violet aromas; subtle, delicate palate with tangy redcurrant notes and a slightly peppery finish
Food Pairing Fine or delicate meats, white fish, and fresh fruit-based desserts
2017 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 100% Pinot Noir
Classification Nuits Saint Georges 1er Cru
Region Nuits-Saint-Georges
Soil White limestone in the upper clos de l'arlot and marl in the young-vine parcel at the bottom of the clos
Harvest Dates Harvest began 5 September 2017 and resumed 7–14 September (producer's estate/vintage schedule; not stated as parcel-specific)
Sites Upper part of Clos de l'Arlot and a young-vine parcel at the bottom of the Clos
Oak Details 30% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak30%
Production Details Matured in barrels with 30% new barrels and bottled after 15–18 months of ageing.
Tasting Notes Fragrant, fine and delicate nose; light, refined palate with tangy redcurrant, freshness, minerality, finesse and elegance
Food Pairing Fine or delicate meats, white fish, and fresh fruit-based desserts
2015 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 100% Pinot Noir
Classification Nuits Saint Georges 1er Cru
Region Nuits-Saint-Georges
Soil White limestone in the upper clos de l'arlot and marl in the young-vine parcel at the bottom of the clos
Harvest Dates 4–9 September 2015 for red grapes
Sites Upper part of Clos de l'Arlot and a young-vine parcel at the bottom of the Clos
Oak Details 30% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak30%
Production Details First production of this cuvée, from the youngest vines of Clos de l'Arlot. Healthy fruit and excellent phenolic maturity required little sorting. The wine matured in barrels with 30% new barrels and was bottled after 15–18 months of ageing. The producer reports a 24 hl/ha vintage/estate harvest figure, not explicitly a Mont des Oiseaux parcel yield.
Tasting Notes Ruby red; expressive, elegant and spicy nose with red berries, redcurrants and flowers; concentrated, vibrant and refined palate with seductive tannins and a harmonious persistent finish
Food Pairing Fine or delicate meats, white fish, and fresh fruit-based desserts
Producer Information
Website
Address
Domaine de l'Arlot, 21700 Premeaux-Prissey, France
Phone
+33 3 80 61 01 92
Email
Owner
AXA Millésimes
Cellarmaster
Géraldine Godot