The 2020 Nuits Saint-Georges 1er Cru “Clos de Thorey” from Domaine de la Vougeraie is a wine of great nobility, embodying the essence of the Nuits-Saint-Georges terroir. With its pure Pinot Noir blend, it offers remarkable aromatic complexity, a balanced structure, and impressive aging potential. This is a perfect wine for special occasions and for Burgundy wine lovers seeking excellence.
2020 Nuits Saint-Georges 1er Cru "Clos de Thorey" Monopole Domaine de la Vougeraie
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The 2020 Nuits Saint-Georges 1er Cru “Clos de Thorey” from Domaine de la Vougeraie is a wine of great nobility, embodying the essence of the Nuits-Saint-Georges terroir. With its pure Pinot Noir blend, it offers remarkable aromatic complexity, a balanced structure, and impressive aging potential. This is a perfect wine for special occasions and for Burgundy wine lovers seeking excellence.
Wine Estate: Domaine de la Vougeraie
Grape Variety: Pinot Noir
Region: Nuits-Saint-Georges, Côte de Nuits, Burgundy, France
Appellation: Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Monopole (Clos de Thorey)
Color: Red
Format: 0.75 L Bottle
Description
The 2020 Nuits Saint-Georges 1er Cru “Clos de Thorey” is an exceptional wine crafted by Domaine de la Vougeraie. Produced from a monopole, this cru represents the pinnacle of elegance and complexity in Nuits-Saint-Georges wines, offering a pure and authentic expression of its unique terroir.
Blend
This wine is made exclusively from Pinot Noir, Burgundy’s iconic grape variety, celebrated for its finesse and ability to reflect the terroir.
Tasting Notes
Appearance: The 2020 Nuits Saint-Georges 1er Cru “Clos de Thorey” showcases a deep red color with garnet highlights, indicating a rich concentration and excellent ripeness of the grapes.
Nose: The nose is intense and complex, unveiling aromas of ripe red fruits like black cherry and wild strawberry, intertwined with spicy notes of white pepper and clove, as well as floral hints of violet and peony. Subtle touches of underbrush and leather add further depth.
Palate: On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and well-structured, with fine, silky tannins. The flavors of red fruits are confirmed, accompanied by notes of licorice and dark chocolate. A well-balanced acidity brings freshness and dynamism, while a subtle minerality extends the long, elegant finish with lingering spicy and fruity impressions.
Aging Potential
The 2020 Nuits Saint-Georges 1er Cru “Clos de Thorey” has an excellent aging potential, improving over the next 10 to 15 years or more. With time, it will develop complex tertiary aromas and an even more harmonious texture.
Food Pairing
This noble wine pairs beautifully with:
Grilled or roasted red meats, such as beef filet or leg of lamb
Game dishes like venison or pheasant
Aged hard cheeses, such as Comté or Parmesan
Red wine-based dishes like beef bourguignon
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