Domaine Jacques-Frederic Mugnier Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Clos de la Marechale Rouge 2018 1.5Ltr

Clos de la Maréchale was hit by two hail storms in 2018, including one on the day of France’s World Cup final triumph, so yields in this 9.06ha monopoly vineyard were down by 40% overall. The quality of the resulting wine didn’t suffer in the slightest, as this is one of the best bottlings of recent years, with fine, savoury red fruit flavours, graceful tannins and a stylish frame of 25% new wood. Drinking Window 2022 – 2030.

• Country: France
• Region: Burgundy
• Appellation: Cote De Nuits
• Sub Appellation: Nuits-Saint-Georges
• Size: 1.5Ltr
• Color: Red

Varietal

Pinot Noir

Regularly described as being the grape varietal responsible for producing the world’s most romantic wines, Pinot Noir has long been associated with elegance and a broad range of flavors The name means ‘black pine’ in French, and this is due to the fact that the fruit of this particular varietal is especially dark in color, and hangs in a conical shape, like that of a pine cone. Despite being grown today in almost every wine producing country, Pinot Noir is a notoriously difficult grape variety to cultivate. This is because it is especially susceptible to various forms of mold and mildew, and thrives best in steady, cooler climates. However, the quality of the fruit has ensured that wineries and vintners have persevered with the varietal, and new technologies and methods have overcome many of the problems it presents. Alongside this, the wide popularity and enthusiasm for this grape has ensured it will remain a firm favorite amongst wine drinkers for many years to come.