COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Domaine de la Vougeraie
REGION
Burgundy
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Domaine de la Vougeraie's Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Clos de Thorey Monopole 2021 is a single-vineyard wine from Burgundy's Côte de Nuits. The Clos de Thorey is a monopole vineyard, meaning it is entirely owned by the producer, allowing for meticulous vineyard management. The vineyard's soil is rich in limestone and marl, with a history dating back to an ancient sea, evidenced by fossilized oysters. The estate, founded by the Boisset family, is dedicated to organic and biodynamic viticulture, emphasizing the expression of terroir and minimal intervention. The 2021 vintage is noted for its lighter profile, featuring bright fruit and floral characteristics.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€130
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
This vineyard is a 'monopole,' entirely owned by Domaine de la Vougeraie.
Fact 02
Fossilized oysters are found in the vineyard's ancient soils.
Fact 03
Vineyards range in age from 1975 to 2013 plantings.
Fact 04
Farming follows organic and biodynamic principles.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for this Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru begins with a 5-day cold maceration followed by fermentation in open wooden vats using ambient wild yeasts. For the 2021 vintage, the grapes were entirely destemmed and meticulously sorted. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes refinement for 16 months in French oak barrels, with 20% of the barrels being new. The estate adheres to organic and biodynamic farming principles throughout its vineyard management.
