Philippe Pacalet - Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er cru - Aux Argillas - Red - 2021

Wine:

The 2021 red Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Aux Argillas, crafted from 60-year-old vines rooted in a limestone base, is nurtured with care and a subtle touch of oak, capturing the elegance of its distinguished terroir. Defined by precision, depth, and a saline character, it unfolds intense black fruit notes, complemented by exotic wood, rose, wildflowers, and a hint of spice. Its tannic structure is rich yet balanced, offering a savory and refined taste. This wine is a promise of greatness, warranting patience for its full expression to unfold.

Vinification:

Hand-harvested, vinified as whole grapes, with twice-daily punching down for 3 weeks.
Alcoholic fermentation with indigenous yeasts, malolactic fermentation in rooms.
Aged on lees,without racking, with SO2-free riddling for 16 months.

Color:

Bright, intense red.

Nose:

A bouquet of rose and wild flowers, underlined by black fruit aromas and a touch of exotic wood.

Palate:

Both precise and profound, this cuvée reveals a finely structured tannic backbone, delivering a wine of remarkable finesse, depth, and refinement.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Veal sweetbreads, roast poularde, 7-hour lamb shoulder.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2033, and even longer for enthusiasts.

Philippe Pacalet is a rare gem in Burgundy, crafting wines that few have the privilege to experience. An ultra-sensitive winemaker, he translates the essence of Burgundy with precision and elegance, employing natural vinification methods with whole-cluster fermentation, no added sulfur, and extended aging.

Following in the footsteps of his mentors Marcel Lapierre and Jules Chauvet, Pacalet creates biodynamic wines that blend mastery and artistry, offering a pure reflection of Burgundy's finest terroirs—terroirs he has been exploring for over two decades.

Awarded 2 stars in the RVF Guide, his wines, known for their unparalleled finesse and precision, are among the most coveted across their appellations.