2023 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 100% Pinot Noir
Drinking Window Optimal consumption 8–13 years; ageing potential 15 years
Classification Village wine
Region Nuits-Saint-Georges
Soil Outcroppings of hard chalk, With rockier soils in the southern part of the appellation
Orientation East Exposure
Fermentation Vessels Small open vats
Pressing Method Vertical Press
Natural Yeast Yes
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Oak Types French high-forest oak
Serving Temperature 16°C · 61°F
Production Details Purchased grapes and musts from supply partners; hand-picked in open-work crates and sorted if needed; total destemming; fermentation and maceration for 2–3 weeks with punching down and pumping over; press fractions separated according to tasting; oak maturation for 14–16 months, with 20–25% new barrels.
Tasting Notes Véronique Boss-Drouhin: deep red; powerful, elegant aromas of cherry and blackberry with cedar developing toward game; balanced structure and softness, with a long finish recalling fruit syrup and mild spices. The 2023 release description adds ripe red and black berries and a smooth, long, complex palate.
2022 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 100% Pinot Noir
Drinking Window Optimal consumption 8–13 years; ageing potential 15 years
Classification Village wine
Region Nuits-Saint-Georges
Fermentation Vessels Small open vats
Pressing Method Vertical Press
Natural Yeast Yes
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Production Details Purchased grapes and musts from supply partners; total destemming; fermentation and maceration for 2–3 weeks in small open vats with punching down and pumping over; oak maturation for 14–16 months, with 20–25% new barrels. Recommended service temperature is 61–62°F.
Tasting Notes Véronique Boss-Drouhin: deep red; cherry, blackberry and cedar developing toward game; balanced structure and softness, with a long fruit-syrup and mild-spice finish. The 2022 release description adds blackberry, blueberry, blackcurrant, peony, violet, spice, silky tannins, freshness and a full-bodied palate.
2021 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Pinot Noir
Drinking Window Optimal consumption 8–13 years; ageing potential 15 years
Region Nuits-Saint-Georges
Soil Outcroppings of hard chalk, With rockier soils in the southern part of the appellation
Orientation East Exposure
Fermentation Vessels Small open vats
Pressing Method Vertical Press
Natural Yeast Yes
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Oak Types French high-forest oak
Serving Temperature 16°C · 61°F
Production Details Purchased grapes and musts from supply partners; hand-picked in open-work crates and sorted if needed; total destemming; fermentation and maceration for 2–3 weeks with punching down and pumping over; press fractions separated according to tasting; oak maturation for 14–16 months, with 20–25% new barrels.
Tasting Notes Véronique Boss-Drouhin: deep red; cherry, blackberry and cedar developing toward game; balanced structure and softness, with a long fruit-syrup and mild-spice finish. The 2021 release is additionally described as harmonious, elegant, fruity and fresh.
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2015 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Pinot Noir
Drinking Window Optimal consumption 8–15 years; ageing potential 20 years
Region Nuits-Saint-Georges
Soil Outcroppings of hard chalk, With rockier soils in the southern part of the appellation
Orientation East Exposure
Fermentation Vessels Small open vats
Pressing Method Vertical Press
Natural Yeast Yes
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Oak Types French high-forest oak
Serving Temperature 16°C · 61°F
Production Details Purchased grapes and musts from supply partners; hand-picked in open-work crates and sorted if needed; total destemming; fermentation and maceration for 2–3 weeks with punching down and pumping over; press fractions separated according to tasting; oak maturation for 14–16 months, with 20–25% new barrels.
Tasting Notes Véronique Boss-Drouhin: deep red; cherry, blackberry and cedar developing toward game; balanced structure and softness, with a long fruit-syrup and mild-spice finish. The 2015 release is additionally described with ripe red fruit, firm tannic structure and good length.
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Shop prices
| Reference | Vintage / size | Price / bottle | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shop price | 2018 / 750ml | CHF 605.36Recorded amount · package unit unverified | vinpark.ch ↗ |
Producer Information
Website
Address
7 Rue d’Enfer, 21200 Beaune, France
Phone
+33 3 80 24 68 88
Owner
Drouhin family
Cellarmaster
Véronique Boss-Drouhin