COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Domaine de l'Arlot
REGION
Burgundy
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Nuits Saint Georges 1er Cru Clos des Forêts Saint Georges Monopole 2022 is a single-vineyard offering from Domaine de l'Arlot in Burgundy's Côte de Nuits. This monopole vineyard spans seven hectares and is characterized by three distinct terroirs, with vines averaging over 50 years in age. The estate practices biodynamic farming, a commitment that began with organic certification in 2014. The 2022 vintage benefited from favorable growing conditions, leading to a substantial harvest that allowed for a pure expression of the vineyard's unique character.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€375
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
15-17°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The Clos des Forêts Saint Georges is a 7-hectare monopole vineyard.
Fact 02
Vines in this vineyard are over 50 years old, some exceeding 70.
Fact 03
The vineyard features three distinct soil types.
Fact 04
Grapes were entirely destemmed in 2022.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for the Nuits Saint Georges 1er Cru Clos des Forêts Saint Georges Monopole 2022 involves destemming all grapes, a practice continued from the previous vintage. Fermentation is carried out using indigenous yeasts. The wine then undergoes aging in French oak barrels, with 40% new oak utilized for this vintage. Malolactic fermentation occurs spontaneously. The estate's commitment to biodynamic farming, with organic certification since 2014, underpins its approach to preserving the purity of the fruit and terroir.
