2021 Philippe Pacalet Nuits-Saint-Georges

Soil & Climate: Clay and limestone; on the surface a layer of pebbles and clay on limestone rock. Orientation is to the east, with a cool and sunny microclimate. his cuvée is made up of the “Bas de Combes”, “Les Fleurières”, and “Aux Lavières” climates.

Grape Variety: Pinot noir, qualitative rootstock 161-49.

Average Age of the Vines: 50 years old

Plant Density: 10,000 vines/ha

Yield: 35 hl/ha

Viticulture: Environmentally friendly and sustainable.

2021 Vinification: For red wines, their seed lignification was very good, presenting a potential maturity around 12.5%. Tannins become ripe with maturation, but it is how grapes are handled in the winery that, above all, determines their quality. The grapes are vatted manually as soon as they arrive in the winery to preserve their integrity. Fermentations started after 5 days of whole bunch maceration and lasted 14 days on average. One daily “pigeage” led to a natural and soft maceration without thermoregulation, with temperatures going from 17°C to 29°C. This procedure allowed natural yeasts to work in the best conditions. Nice colors, beautiful scents and elegant, gourmand wines already qualify this vintage.

Aging: On lees, so-called “reduction” aging in barrel without racking, riddling without SO2 for 16 months followed by aging in foudres for 2 months.

Tasting Notes: Structured, mineral, and rich wine. Its aromatic palette is both forthright and fruity: musky and spicy notes of red and black berries. On the palate, it is fleshy and tasty with a mineral touch that gives it nice body and depth.