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    Domaine Moillard Côte de Nuits-Villages

    2020
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    History

    This iconic estate produces mainly red wines from the Côte de Nuits, recognised as a terroir d'excellence for the expression of Pinot Noir. Moillard wines are of exceptionally refined and elegant.

    Côte de Nuits-Villages

    Grape variety

    Pinot Noir

    Origin

    The Côte de Nuits-Villages wines are produced in the Côte de Nuits. In the North, the communes of Fixin and Brochon and in the South, Premeaux-Prissey, Comblanchien and Corgoloin.

    Soil

    Very hard and stony limestone on a regular and gentle slope. At the base of the hill, brown soil covered with silt.

    Vinification

    Traditional vinification in thermo-regulated stainless steel. Pre-fermentation - temperature controlled cold maceration. Long fermentation during which pigeages
    and pumping over are performed. Aged on fine lees in oak barrels (15% new oak) for 12 months.

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    Côte de Nuits-Villages

    sensory characteristic

    Colour

    Deep red in colour with garnet-red hints.

    Nose

    Nose of little fruits, elegantly oaked.

    Palate

    The mouth is flavoured with delicate and substantial tannins. The finish is steady and toasted.

    Recommendations

    Round wine, ideal for white meats such as rabbit but also lamb and duck, and grilled meats. Surprising good with sweet and sour or slightly spicy dishes (duck with orange...). Cheeses moderately strong : Camembert, Saint Paulin, Morbier, Reblochon...

    Serving

    14-16°C

    Cellar potential

    Drink within 3 years.

    2020

    An Exceptional Vintage for the Côte de Nuits

    The winter and early spring were mild with little precipitation. The March rains, combined with strong sunshine, favored very early budbreak in early April, followed by equally early flowering at the end of May, about three weeks ahead of a normal year. The cool weather in early June maintained excellent sanitary conditions. However, the high temperatures of July and August, combined with rare thunderstorms, caused water stress, significantly reducing the initially estimated harvest potential.

    Red Wines

    The 2020 red wines from the Côte de Nuits show beautiful concentration, with deep colors rich in anthocyanins. They offer a rich aromatic profile focused on black fruits such as blackberry, blueberry, and black cherry, with freshness and gourmandise.


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