Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru 2021 - Aux Champs Perdrix - Domaine Alain Michelot

Name: Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru 2021 - Aux Champs Perdrix - Domaine Alain Michelot
Brand: Domaine Alain Michelot
SKU: CER-I6096
Price: 151.6 EUR
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Domaine Alain Michelot

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Format: 75 cl

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Technical information

Producer	Domaine Alain Michelot
Name	Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru
Variety	Pinot Noir
Gradation	13.5%
Format	75 cl
Aromatic profile	Red fruits, spices, earthy notes
Vinification method	Steel fermentation, long maceration
Region	Burgundy
Production area	Côte de Nuits
Country	France
Type	Red wine
Aging	12-18 months
Type of cask	French oak barrique
Color	Intense ruby red
Serving temperature	16-18°C
Recommended consumption	Within 10-15 years
Pairing	Red meats, game, aged cheeses

Descrizione

This specimen of Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru 2021, originating from the renowned "Aux Champs Perdrix" parcel of Domaine Alain Michelot, offers an authentic expression of the Burgundy terroir. Known for its meticulous winemaking, the winery has created a wine that elegantly reflects its origins.

To the eye, the wine presents itself with an intense ruby red color, bright and inviting. On the nose, aromatic notes of red fruits, such as cherries and ripe strawberries, intertwine with hints of spices and a light touch of vanilla, a legacy of the wood aging. On the palate, the wine reveals itself to be structured and complex, with a perfect balance between acidity and soft tannins leading to a persistent and harmonious finish.

An ideal accompaniment for rich dishes like red meat roasts or game, this Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru can also be enjoyed with aged cheeses. A wine that, while already excellent now, promises an outstanding aging potential.

The winery

Domaine Alain Michelot – Winery in Borgogna (Côte de Nuits)

Discover the story and wines of Domaine Alain Michelot.

A small Burgundy domaine based in Nuits‑Saint‑Georges, known for its traditionally styled Pinot Noirs and for some white wines and Crémant.

Region: Borgogna (Côte de Nuits)

Country: Francia

Founded: 1880

Grapes: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay

Approximately 8 hectares under vine in the heart of Nuits-Saint-Georges. Vineyards in the Nuits‑Saint‑Georges and Morey‑Saint‑Denis appellations, with parcels in the Clos de Vougeot. Production of several Premier Crus Extended aging in barriques with a significant proportion of new oak. A modern operation rooted in traditional methods; Élodie Michelot is a leading figure in winemaking.

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Winery history

Family-run for generations, the estate is often described as being in Nuits‑Saint‑Georges since around 1880. In recent decades technical management has passed to the daughter, Élodie Michelot, who has helped guide a gradual evolution toward more refined wines while preserving their traditional structure.

Production philosophy

Pursuit of authenticity and the expression of the territory: vineyard practices attentive to the land, winemaking that prioritizes the expression of individual crus, and extended aging in wood to achieve concentration and harmony.

Terroir and vineyards

The vineyards are located in the heart of the Côte de Nuits, with parcels mainly situated in the communes of Nuits‑Saint‑Georges and Morey‑Saint‑Denis, and with plots in the Clos de Vougeot. Among the lieux‑dits mentioned in the product descriptions are Premier Crus such as Les Vaucrains, Les Porrets Saint‑Georges, Les Cailles and Aux Champs Perdrix.