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Bouchard Père & Fils - Nuits-Saints-Georges

89 RP Points
Bouchard Père & Fils - Nuits-Saints-Georges - 2018 - 75cl - Onshore Cellars
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Bouchard Père & Fils - Nuits-Saints-Georges

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Tasting Notes

Bouchard's village wines express the nature of each place well. None more so than this firmly tannic, well-structured Nuits-Saint-Georges. The tannins are a firm presence, but intense aromas of berry fruit and spices, this wine develops additional roundness after a few years in bottle. Good ageing potential.
Bouchard's village wines express the nature of each place well. None more so than this firmly tannic, well-structured Nuits-Saint-Georges. The tannins are a firm presence, but intense aromas of berry fruit and spices, this wine develops additional roundness after a few years in bottle. Good ageing potential.
Bouchard's village wines express the nature of each place well. None more so than this firmly tannic, well-structured Nuits-Saint-Georges. The tannins are a firm presence, but intense aromas of berry fruit and spices, this wine develops additional roundness after a few years in bottle. Good ageing potential.
Bouchard's village wines express the nature of each place well. None more so than this firmly tannic, well-structured Nuits-Saint-Georges. The tannins are a firm presence, but intense aromas of berry fruit and spices, this wine develops additional roundness after a few years in bottle. Good ageing potential.
The 2015 Nuits Saint-Georges Village, which underwent a slightly shorter extraction than normal, included 30% whole bunch fruit. It has more fruit expression compared to the Savigny-lès-Beaune Village: dark plum, blackcurrant and just a light brush of honey. The palate is medium bodied with supple tannin, nicely judged acidity, a little terseness towards the finish, but this will improve once the final racking has been completed.

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Provenance
Type
Red
Country
France
Appellation
Nuits-Saint-Georges
Producer
Bouchard Pere & Fils
Technical
Grapes
Pinot Noir
ABV
13.5%
Serving
14° - 16° C
Food Pairings
DuckGame BirdsLambBeefVenisonCharcuterie and Cured MeatsMushroomsGrilled VegetablesSaladsNuts and SeedsAged Cheeses
Key Characteristics
High tanninFirm tanninsStructuredMedium(+) alcoholMedium-bodiedMedium acidity

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Bouchard Père & Fils - Onshore Cellars

Bouchard Pere & Fils

Founded in 1731 in Beaune by Michel Bouchard, Bouchard Père & Fils, is one of the oldest wine estates in Burgundy, perpetuating tradition for nearly 3 centuries and...

Founded in 1731 in Beaune by Michel Bouchard, Bouchard Père & Fils, is one of the oldest wine estates in Burgundy, perpetuating tradition for nearly 3 centuries and 9 generations. In 1775, Joseph Bouchard acquired his first vineyards in Volnay in the famous “Les Caillerets” climat and started to develop the family’s vineyard holdings.

During the French Revolution, property belonging to the clergy and nobility was confiscated and put up for sale. Joseph’s son, Antoine Philibert Joseph Bouchard, seized the opportunity to extend the family’s vineyard holdings in Beaune including the famous “Beaune Grèves Vigne de l’Enfant Jesus.”

This desire to build up an exceptional estate in Côte d’Or endured through the generations and acquisitions in the best Villages were added throughout the 19th century and again in the early 20th century.

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Burgundy

The French Wine region of Burgundy (aka “Bourgogne”) may be small in size, but its influence is huge in the world of vino. The complexity of Burgundy...

The French Wine region of Burgundy (aka “Bourgogne”) may be small in size, but its influence is huge in the world of vino. The complexity of Burgundy can cast fear into the heart of even a seasoned wine pro, but fear not – the region need only be as complicated as you want it to be. Yes, it is home to some of the most expensive wines in the known universe, but there are also tasty and affordable wines.

Main grapes:

Pinot Noir originated in Burgundy and these vines cover 34% of the region, accounting for 29% of overall wine production. The red grape does extremely well in limestone and clay soil, which helps create their complexity. Pinot Noir wines from Burgundy range in colour from cherry to brick, are light in body, and typically have red fruit and spicy flavours. Gamay is a red grape also grown in Burgundy, but only makes up 10% of the vines.

Chardonnay is the primary grape for white wines in Burgundy, making up 48% of the vines and 68% of production. Chardonnay appreciates Burgundy’s marl soil, which gives it delicate floral, fruit, and mineral aromas and full-bodied flavours. Aligoté is the second white grape, accounting for 6% grown. {Read more about the ancient Aligoté grape in Burgundy.}

The region does produce a sparkling wine called Crémant de Bourgogne. It can be made from Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Aligoté, Gamay, Sacy, and Melon. Varieties include blanc, blanc de blancs, blanc de noirs, and rosé.

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Nuits-Saint-Georges

Nuits-Saint-Georges

Nuits-Saint-Georges is a commune located in the Côte de Nuits subregion of Burgundy, France. This region is known for producing some of the finest Pinot Noir wines in...

Nuits-Saint-Georges is a commune located in the Côte de Nuits subregion of Burgundy, France. This region is known for producing some of the finest Pinot Noir wines in the world, and Nuits-Saint-Georges is no exception. The history of winemaking in this region dates back to the Roman era, and the vineyards here have been producing wine for centuries.

The style of production in Nuits-Saint-Georges is traditional and focused on quality. The vineyards are carefully tended to by skilled winemakers who use sustainable and organic farming practices to ensure the grapes are of the highest quality. The grapes are hand-picked and sorted to ensure only the best fruit is used in the winemaking process.

The wines produced in Nuits-Saint-Georges are known for their elegance, complexity, and depth of flavor. They are typically medium-bodied with a bright acidity and a long, smooth finish. The Pinot Noir grapes used in these wines are grown in a unique terroir that is rich in limestone and clay, which gives the wines their distinctive minerality and earthy notes.

Nuits-Saint-Georges is home to many renowned winemakers, including Domaine Faiveley, Domaine de l'Arlot, and Domaine Henri Gouges. These producers are known for their commitment to quality and their ability to produce wines that are true expressions of the terroir.

If you are looking for a high-quality Pinot Noir from Burgundy, Nuits-Saint-Georges is a region that should not be overlooked. The wines produced here are some of the finest in the world and are sure to impress even the most discerning wine connoisseur.

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