Méo-Camuzet : Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er cru "Aux Boudots" Domaine 2023

Characteristics and Tasting Tips for the Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru "Aux Boudots" Domaine 2023 by Méo-Camuzet

Tasting

Appearance
The wine displays a beautiful red colour.

Nose
Remarkably elegant, the aromatic bouquet opens with red fruit notes reminiscent of crushed strawberry and raspberry, underscored by a touch of fennel and a fine minerality. Riper aromas of cherry and fresh fig mingle with the vivacity of blood orange, all enveloped in subtle smoky and vanilla nuances. Delicate hints of leather and truffle are beginning to emerge.

Palate
Defying the austerity often associated with its appellation, the palate offers a fleshy, round texture. The silky, satiny tannins support a structure that is both firm and generous. Perfectly controlled acidity brings remarkable balance, leading to a persistent finish with mineral and truffle accents.

Food and wine pairings
This red wine will pair wonderfully with beef fillet, veal rump served with roasted salsify, or pigeon with cherries. It will also elevate game such as duck or venison, as well as dishes rich in mushrooms.

Serving and cellaring
For optimal enjoyment, we recommend serving this Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru "Aux Boudots" Domaine 2023 at a temperature of 17°C, ideally in large Burgundy glasses. While it has good ageing potential, this wine is particularly harmonious and generous in its youth, and can be enjoyed from its first years of development.

The Elegance and Roundness of a Nuits-Saint-Georges Wine

The estate
In Vosne-Romanée, Domaine Méo-Camuzet takes its name from Étienne Camuzet, who acquired vines in Clos de Vougeot in 1920. In 1959, Jean Méo took over the running of the estate and carried its story forward. The first vintage under the Méo-Camuzet label was produced in 1983. Today, the estate cultivates prestigious climats of the Côte de Nuits, including Richebourg, Échézeaux and Cros Parantoux. Its Pinot Noir wines are elegant and profound, expressing all the finesse of the Burgundy terroir.

The vineyard
The "Aux Boudots" parcel enjoys a privileged geographical position, as the northernmost classified cru of the Nuits-Saint-Georges appellation, directly bordering Vosne-Romanée. Facing east on a slope with typical clay-limestone soils, the vines cover approximately one hectare. Planted in the early 1950s and the mid-1960s, these old vines produce small, highly concentrated berries with excellent resistance to humidity.

The vintage
The 2023 growing season was marked by significant heat, punctuated by stormy episodes. A notable heatwave in particular marked the harvest period, creating distinctive climatic conditions that yielded a crop of remarkable potential.

Winemaking and ageing
True to a minimal-intervention philosophy, the production of this Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru "Aux Boudots" Domaine 2023 begins with hand harvesting and rigorous sorting. Vinification includes a measured proportion of 10 to 15% whole bunches, followed by a cold maceration of three to five days before the onset of natural fermentation, punctuated by punch-downs and pump-overs. The wine is aged in French oak barrels for 15 to 18 months. Bottling is carried out by gravity, without any fining or filtration.

Grape variety
This wine is made from 100% Pinot Noir.