NUITS ST GEORGES almost always has an intense and dark color. The nose is powerful and complex, combining cherry, blackcurrant, truffle, and spices - particularly pepper.
These are among the most tannic wines of Burgundy. The harmony of tannin and roundness makes them full-bodied and solid wines.

Artisanal's Take: The aroma is powerful and complex : cherries, blackcurrant, animal, and some spices. The Nuits Saint Georges are tannic wines and deserve cellaring for 5-10 years and up to 25 years

Food Pairing: Marinated, Roasted Game, Heavy Red Mead, Red Wine and Reduction Sauces

Alc/Vol: 13%

Grape Varietal: 100% Pinot Noir

Soil: clayey and chalky, stony and rather sandy

Maturation: 15 months in cellar with malolactic fermentation and 6-9 months in barrels, 1/3 new barrels