Xavier Durand, Les Charmois Nuits-Saint-Georges 2012

Vinous Reverie Notes
After taking over the family Domaine at age 25, Xavier Durand, a third generation winemaker, decided to abandon rented vines and concentrate instead on his family estate, where he could better control the vineyards’ health and quality. Over time, he has carefully acquired small parcels of very high-quality vineyards. The estate now spans 17 acres of central Cote d’Or, in famous appellations such as Corton, Nuits-Saint-Georges, or Aloxe-Corton where this cuvee comes from. All the vines at Domaine Xavier Durand are between 35 and 80 years old, giving his wines complexity and character. Grown in light and sandy soil, this Les Charmois is a softer and more supple Pinot Noir than most Nuits-Saint-Georges. Tasting Notes: The nose on this wine is a bit meaty, but subdued. It has some excellent structure and amazing fruit. This Pinot Noir would be a great addition to the wine cellar.