Burgundy
Nuits Saint Georges Vieilles Vignes - 2021 - Morgan et Julie Truchetet
Domaine Truchetet
A very fruity nose, with notes of blackberry compote and a hint of sweet spices. The palate is dense and complex, with beautiful tannic structure (perfect for food pairings), very enticing length, and a fruity, mineralesque finish.
- Size
- 75 cl
- Original features
- Organic wine
- Appellation
- Nuits-Saint-Georges
- Degree of alcohol
- 13.5 %
- To drink from
- 2024 to 2034
- rock’n’roll
Pinot Noir from old vines farmed organically and planted in the vineyard sites of Les Charbonnières and Les Topons, respectively in 1924 and 1953, for a total area of 44 ares. The vines grow very high in this parcel, with the trellising raised to reach 1.8 meters. The vineyard is horse ploughed and has natural grassing between the vines. Vinification: 15 days of cold maceration, gentle pressing, and transfer by gravity into barrels (25% new oak) for 12 months of maturation, before being blended in vats and bottled.
Morgan et Julie Truchetet
Morgan and Julie Truchetet, brother and sister, took over Domaine Truchetet from their father Jean-Pierre in January of 2019. Together, they represent the fifth generation to lead Domaine Truchetet. After receiving his diploma in viticulture and oenology from the lycée viticole in Beaune, Morgan worked at Domaine Lescure, eventually rising to the position of vineyard manager from 2012 to...
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