Domaine des Perdrix : Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er cru "Aux Perdrix" 2018

A delicate and fruity Nuits-Saint-Georges 1st Growth

The estate

Located in Côte de Nuits, in Nuits-Saint-Georges, Domaine des Perdrix has been owned by the Devillard family since 1996. Produced from an exceptional terroir subject to rigorous management and vinification, the wines at Domain des Perdrix are among the greatest names in Burgundy wines.

The vineyard

Domaine des Perdrix is the only producer of this Premier Cru Aux Perdrix, recognised as one of the most beautiful terroirs in the Nuits-Saint-Georges appellation. The vineyard, planted between 1922 and 1980, cover an area of nearly 3.45 hectares on clay-limestone (predominantly clay) soils. Through its convex shape and southeast/east exposure on a gentle slope, this terroir benefits from good exposure.

Winemaking and ageing

Harvesting and manual sorting, followed by total destemming. Cold pre-fermentation maceration for 4 to 6 days. Alcoholic fermentation carried out with native yeasts. Post-fermentation maceration for 15 days, accompanied by punching down without pumping over, the number and intensity of which vary. Following maceration, the press wine and free-run wine are separated and aged separately. Ageing lasts for 18 months in traditional, Burgundian, 228-litre barrels (60% of which are new).

Blend

This 2018 Nuits-Saint-Georges 1st Growth "Aux Perdrix" by Domaine des Perdrix is 100% Pinot Noir.

Tasting

Colour

The wine is a deep, intense and velvety red colour.

Nose

The expressive nose mixes fragrances of fruits (red fruits, ripe black fruits) and spices with a touch of chocolate aroma.

Palate

The palate seduces with its balance, delicate tannins as well as its refreshing finish with notes of liquorice.

Food and wine pairings

The 2018 Nuits-Saint-Georges 1st Growth "Aux Perdrix" by Domaine des Perdrix goes perfectly with country terrine, grilled red meats as well as marinated vegetables.

Serving

For an optimal tasting, serve at 13-14°C.

Keeping

This 2018 Nuits-Saint-Georges 1st Growth "Aux Perdrix" can wait in the cellar until 2033 to develop its entire aromatic palette.