A Wine Tasting Morning Nuits-saint-georges
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A Wine Tasting Morning: Nuits-Saint-Georges
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During a morning of wine tasting, we encountered some of the most exceptional and welcoming winegrowers in the Côte de Nuits. After exploring Vosne-Romanée, we headed to Nuits-Saint-Georges to meet Fabienne Bony. Our guide David pointed out the Romanée-Conti, La Tâche, and Richebourg vineyards through the open windows of our luxury Land Rover. The Australian couples with us watched in awe as David explained how a strip of premier cru vines, such as Vosne-Romanée Premier Cru Les Suchots and Beaumont, are flanked by grand crus. These grands crus, covering only a tiny fraction of Burgundy, are among the most prestigious: Romanée-Conti, La Tâche, La Romanée, Romanée-Saint-Vivant, and Richebourg in Vosne-Romanée, and Grands-Échezeaux and Échezeaux in Flagey-Échezeaux.
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As we arrived at the vineyard, the petite Fabienne Bony greeted us, standing next to her towering tractor. The gentlemen in our group almost felt compelled to assist, but Fabienne needed no help; she manages the estate single-handedly while her husband focuses on farming and their young daughters are cared for by their grandmother. Fabienne is part of a new generation of Burgundy winegrowers who prioritize quality, transitioning from bulk sales to bottling.
We gathered at the edge of a vineyard for a lesson on Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes. Beyond the different skin colors, aspects like leaf shapes and vine behavior vary greatly. After this insightful talk, we descended into the cellar, where Fabienne siphoned rich ruby samples into our glasses. We noticed distinct differences in taste based on oak type, with some wines sweeter and others smokier. Fabienne explained her process: premier cru wines age in new oak, while others use older barrels.
Our tasting journey continued in the cozy Bony family kitchen. Around a dark oak table, Fabienne guided us through a maze of appellations and vintages, speaking mostly in English thanks to her proficiency. Sampling Nuits-Saint-Georges from neighboring plots revealed remarkable flavor differences, a genuine learning experience. Lynne described the youthful Pinot Noir flavors, like raspberry and cassis, while David detailed the aromatic traits of mature red Burgundies. Tasting three vintages of Nuits-Saint-Georges Les Damodes, we discovered a range of earthy, mushroom aromas. When asked about her favorite wine, Fabienne smiled and said it depends on the dish accompanying it.
Our visit concluded as we headed to Le Morgan in Savigny-lès-Beaune for lunch. Owner Jean-Pierre warmly welcomed us and personally took our orders, expertly serving traditional Burgundy cuisine and his signature dishes.
With lunch behind us, an Australian voice playfully asked, "Right, how much time do we have for a snooze before moving on to the next tasting?"
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This refined article offers a captivating glimpse into the charm and expertise of Nuits-Saint-Georges winegrowers, highlighting their dedication to quality and tradition.
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