Identity
| Producer | Domaine Chicotot |
| Year | 2022 |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | Premier Cru |
| Grapes | 100% Pinot Noir |
| Color | Red |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Rich royal purple |
| Aroma | Blackberry, blackcurrant, raspberry, leather, musk, peony, cherry, warm spices, licorice, floral notes |
| Palate | Medium to full-bodied, velvety, fine tannins, balanced with finesse, persistent and poised |
| Finish | Long, refined finish with style |
| Food Pairing | Roast duck, white meat, beef, veal, game, meatballs, duck breast with peaches and spices |
| Serving Temp | 16-18°C |
| Aging Potential | 5-10 years |
| Serving Glassware | Large Burgundy glass to enhance aromas and flavors |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
| Organic | Yes |
| Aging Process | 12 months in oak barrels, mostly neutral wood, no new oak used at village level |
| Fermentation | 100% whole cluster fermentation |
Terroir
| Altitude (m) | 250-320 meters (general domaine range) |
| Soil | Well-drained brown clay and gravelly soils |
| Vine Age | Old vines, some plots dating back to 1930s |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Grapes are hand-harvested from a small 0.15ha plot in the La Plante au Baron lieu-dit, located just below the Premier Cru Les Didiers |
Interesting facts
| Domaine Chicotot is a family-owned estate in Nuits-Saint-Georges with organic certification since 2019. The La Plante au Baron cuvée is from a tiny 0.15ha plot with old vines around 70 years old, made entirely from whole bunches, and is known for its finesse and balance. |
Logistics
| Cork | natural cork |