NUITS-SAINT-GEORGES
 MAISON ALBERT BICHOT
 LOCATION
 Bourgogne
 VARIETAL
 Pinot Noir
 TERROIR
 Deep limestone marl-based soil containing pebbly silt
 PRESENTATION
 Nuits-Saint-Georges gave its name to the Côte de Nuits and is almost
 exclusively devoted to the production of red Pinot Noir wines.
 The Nuits-Saint-Georges village appellation covers a surface area of 405
 acres. Differences in exposure and the soil types found in the vineyards in
 the southern and northern parts of the appellation yield diversity in the
 wines.
 VINIFICATION/AGEING
 Handpicking, sorting of the grapes at the winery.  
Fermenting maceration in thermoregulated wooden vats for 18 to 21
 days.
 Aging in oak barrels (25 to 35% new barrels) for 14 to 16 months.
 TASTING
 Deep nose featuring notes of red and black fruit (raspberry, strawberry,
 blackcurrant...) mingle with scents of forest undergrowth and mushroom.
 On the palate, this fleshy, robust wine is perfectly balanced by its
 imposing yet elegant structure. The finish is long and intensely fragrant,
 evocative of red fruit and spicy notes.
 SERVING
 Serve at 15-16°C (59-61°F).
 Aging potential: 5 to 7 years and more.
 FOOD PAIRINGS
 Roasted or stewed meats (beef, lamb, duck, game) 
Medium to mature cheeses