FEATURES
The 2023 Georges Noellat Beaune Les Tuvilains 1er Cru emerges from a Burgundy vintage characterized as lighter after a series of hotter years. Winemaker Maxime Cheurlin is noted for cooling his cellar to delay malolactic fermentation, aiming for firmer, more precise wines with enhanced cellaring potential. This Beaune Tuvilains 2023 is already showing as delicate and vivid, considered a "big success" for the vintage. Picked just before the autumn rains, it presents a slightly more exotic bouquet than the 2022, maintaining sufficient freshness. In the glass, expect a bright, translucent ruby hue with youthful purple reflections. The bouquet offers vivid red cherry and wild strawberry, layered with hints of raspberry coulis, rose petals, and sweet spices like star anise, gentle clove, and a faint suggestion of sandalwood. On the palate, it is medium-bodied with a supple, flowing texture and fine-grained tannins that frame the fruit beautifully. 【Vibrant Premier Cru capturing ripe charm with modern touch】
🍴 Food pairing suggestions: As a vibrant red 布根地 (Burgundy) Pinot Noir, it would pair wonderfully with roasted chicken, duck confit, mushroom risotto, or lighter game dishes. Its freshness and elegant tannins make it versatile.
🥂 Event suggestions: This approachable yet nuanced Premier Cru is enjoyable over the next decade, making it suitable for a celebratory dinner or a gathering of wine enthusiasts who appreciate the refined expression of Burgundy. It's a delightful wine for those who seek nuance without austerity.
BACKGROUND
Domaine Georges Noellat is a Burgundy winery located in Vosne-Romagne, famous for its Pinot Noir wine. Maxime Scheurlin, the 20-year-old grandson of George's wife, took over the estate from George's wife and made his debut with the excellent 2010 vintage. Prior to this, most of the winery's production was sold in bulk to négociant companies. Today, the domaine owns approximately 10 hectares (25 acres) of vineyards, spanning Vonn and neighboring communes, with a further ten hectares acquired through purchase and lease agreements. Of course, the domaine is still best known for its prized assets in Vosne, which include the Echezaux and Grands Echezaux parcels.