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The Nuits 1er cru V.V. is a quite big step up from Nuits "1". The Nuits 1er 2009 is more accessible than the "1", with less reduction. In the nose fine delicate red and dark cherries, cherry stones - spiced with cinnamon and allspice. On the palate more weight and layers of fruit, not a heavy wine …
[Read more...] about Domaine Prieure Roch, Nuits 1er cru V.V. 2009
Domaine Prieure Roch is relatively unknown despite a range of very fine wines. The domaine is owned by Henri Roch, who is also co-owner and co-director of DRC. First vintage from this domaine was (as far as I recall 1988), and the wines were for several years made by Philippe Pacalet (his last …
[Read more...] about Domaine Prieure Roch, Nuits Saint Georges “1” 2009
The classifications of the vineyards is a hot topic in most wine producing regions. Currently there are discussions about promoting the Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er cru Les Saint Georges to Grand cru status. But is this a good idea? ... and why Les Saint Georges? ... there are other vineyards with equal …
[Read more...] about Nuits-Saint-Georges and the missing Grand Cru
The 2010 Nuits Saint Georges from Pacelet is pure pinot pleasure. In the bouquet pure red and dark forest berries, strawberries with notes of gooseberries and cinnamon. On the palate quite lush pinot fruit, sweet berry notes, good focus and a nervy acidity. The fruit is transparant, pure and vibrant …
[Read more...] about Philippe Pacalet, Nuits Saint Georges 2010
The Nuits-Saint-Georges Clos De Corvees is more or less the signature wine of Domaine Prieure Roch. The 2000 Clos de Corvees is now fully mature but very much alive. The bouquet is bursting with red fruits - strawberries and framboise - organic style. On the palate quite opulent lush pinot fruits, …
[Read more...] about Prieure Roch, Nuits Saint Georges Clos de Corvees 2000
