Singular expression of the limestone slopes overlooking Nuits-Saint-Georges, the Hautes-Côtes de Nuits Le Clos du Prieuré 2022 by Thibault Liger-Belair explores the aesthetics of Pinot Noir with goldsmith-like delicacy. Raised in the spirit of great Burgundian reds, this wine stages the terroir's tension, the purity of the fruit and a velvety texture that never weighs on the palate. A sun-kissed vintage masterfully handled, 2022 offers a calm intensity, unostentatious, where ripeness intertwines with structuring freshness. For the curious enthusiast as well as the demanding aesthete, this cuvée summons the art of nuance, that suspended moment when the mouth becomes a landscape. A wine for conversation, gastronomy and reasonable ageing, it is equally enjoyable from the decanter or served gently to let its aromatic score unfold. A signature that illustrates Burgundy's quest for balance between energy, depth and discreet grace.

Assemblage et vinification

This red wine from Hautes-Côtes-de-Nuits AOP is made from Pinot Noir selected from the eponymous clos, following a parcel-driven approach that highlights the place. The harvest, carefully sorted, undergoes gentle extraction to preserve the integrity of the fruit. The élevage, conducted with restraint, supports the material without dominating it, favouring precision and the wine's breathing. Oenological choices aim for a clear expression, natural tension and fine tannins, for a harmonious and vibrant palate. No excessive oak, nothing that masks the terroir's signature, only the pursuit of a fair dialogue between ripeness and freshness. The result is a balanced, lucid and upright red, designed as much for the table as for contemplation.

Notes de dégustation

• Robe : Shining ruby with cherry highlights, a clear brilliance that announces an airy, pure style.
• Nez : An appealing bouquet of small red fruits, Morello cherry and wild strawberry, underscored by peony notes, fine spices and a hint of wet stone.
• Bouche : A caressing attack, a tapered mid-palate, tannins with a fine grain. The whole unfolds a precise fruit on a fresh framework, with an extended finish lifted by delicate salinity.

Température de service et conseils

Serve between 15 et 16°C in tulip-shaped glasses to encourage the bouquet to open. A light aeration, 20 to 30 minutes in a decanter, helps refine contours and reveal floral nuances. Store the bottle in a quiet place, away from light, in a cool, slightly humid cellar. This wine can be enjoyed now for its crunchy fruit, or left a few years to add aromatic complexity and gain silkier tannins.

Accords mets et vin

• Apéritifs dinatoires : delicate charcuterie, country terrine, free-range chicken rillettes.
• Entrées : œuf meurette, veal tartare, thin mushroom and herb tart.
• Plats : roasted poultry, pink duck breast, pan-seared veal chop with a short jus.
• Fromages : young comté, mountain tomme, matured Brillat-Savarin.
• Végétal : chanterelle risotto, creamy herb polenta, pan-fried gnocchi with root vegetables.

Moments de dégustation

Le Clos du Prieuré 2022 naturally fits these chosen moments:

• A dinner among enthusiasts who enjoy comparing Burgundian expressions and their mineral tension.
• A Sunday lunch where roasted poultry asks for a precise, digestible and flavoursome red.
• A thoughtful gift for a curious palate that values accuracy over spectacle.

Caractéristiques

• Nom : Hautes-Côtes de Nuits Le Clos du Prieuré 2022, Thibault Liger-Belair
• Appellation : Hautes-Côtes-de-Nuits AOP
• Type : Vin rouge
• Millésime : 2022
• Cépage : Pinot Noir
• Degré d’alcool : 13%
• Vieillissement : Élevage soigné privilégiant la pureté du fruit et la finesse des tanins
• Contenance : 75 cl
• Garde : À apprécier dès maintenant, potentiel de garde mesuré selon conditions
• Température de service : 15 à 16°C