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Georges Noellat Nuits Saint Georges 2020

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Had this wine paired with sushi...yes, sushi.   It was amazing!  The 2020 is ripe and elegant with red fruits, cinnamon, and a hint of toasty oak.  The tannins are elegant and supple.  This wine is drinking so well now, I can't help but wonder if there will be any left in 10 years.

Georges Noellat Nuits St Georges 2020 is a premium Burgundy wine that epitomizes the essence of its renowned terroir. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this wine offers a harmonious blend of complexity, elegance, and depth. It showcases the quintessential characteristics of Nuits St Georges, known for producing robust and structured wines with excellent aging potential.

This wine presents a captivating bouquet of red and dark fruits, such as black cherries, raspberries, and plums, intertwined with subtle hints of spice, earth, and forest floor. On the palate, it delivers a rich and velvety texture, with refined tannins providing structure and balance. The vibrant acidity adds freshness and length to the wine, culminating in a lingering finish that leaves a lasting impression.

Technical Information:

  • Varietal: Pinot Noir
  • Region: Nuits St Georges, Burgundy, France
  • Vintage: 2020
  • Alcohol Content: Typically around 13% by volume
  • Oak Aging: Aged in French oak barrels, often a combination of new and seasoned barrels, for approximately 12 to 18 months to enhance complexity and impart subtle oak nuances.
  • Winemaking: The grapes are hand-harvested and carefully sorted to ensure only the highest quality fruit is used. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel or wooden vats using indigenous yeast, followed by malolactic fermentation to soften the acidity and round out the wine. The wine is then aged in oak barrels before bottling.

Vintage Information: The 2020 vintage in Burgundy was characterized by optimal growing conditions that led to wines of exceptional quality. The weather throughout the growing season was favorable, with a mild spring and warm summer, allowing the grapes to ripen evenly and develop intense flavors while retaining good acidity. Harvest took place under ideal conditions, with dry weather ensuring the grapes reached full maturity.

The resulting wines from the 2020 vintage are marked by their purity of fruit, vibrant acidity, and excellent balance. They are expected to age gracefully over the years, showcasing the terroir-driven complexity and elegance that Burgundy is renowned for. Georges Noellat Nuits St Georges 2020 is a prime example of the outstanding quality of this vintage, offering wine enthusiasts a glimpse into the essence of Nuits St Georges terroir in its purest form.

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