2018
VOSNE-ROMANEE Les Jacquines

Pinot Noir
SKU: 1JBVOJR318

Elegant mid-weight reds are made in the traditional dry, earthy style of the French classics. Most are Pinot Noirs, but all share European sensibilities and a savory food-oriented flavor profile.

FOOD PAIRING: Flexible partners for lighter meats, poultry & seafood (served hot). Ideal for dishes accented with CHEESE, MUSHROOMS or GARLIC, but not suited for spicy heat or sugary foods!

$143
Description

The village is located at the heart of the Côte de Nuits, between Vougeot and Nuits-Saint-Georges. The vines grow at an ideal altitude of approximately 250 metres and cover just over 150 ha. "Les Jacquines" is located south of the appellation, Nuits-Saint-Georges side, and this is the name of a land that has certainly belonged to Mr Jacquinot de Richemont, a memeber of Parliament from Dijon who, as far as we know, was a big land owner in the lieux-dits neighbouring "La Tâche".

Please note that this is an imported wine and cannot legally be shipped to GA, IA, IL, IN, LA, ME, MI, MO, MT, OH, SD, VA or WV

Tasting Notes
Appearance: 

The color is dark ruby red.
 

Aroma: 

The first nose is very spicy then reveal small red fruits. 

Palate: 

On the palate, there are frank and bright aromas. This wine is powerful with a fairly dense mouth and velvety tannins. A wine that makes you salivate.

Winemaking
Vintage Notes: 

After a winter that was almost too mild, the vintage was notable for two contrasting periods. Spring was sunny and totally devoid of frost, despite some localized episodes of hail, which had major impact on certain plots on the Côte de Nuits, which were hit in June. Then the summer was dry and hot, blocking the ripening process in places. Picking began early, with exceptionally abundant fruit in tip-top condition, offering the potential for some very fine wines. Ageing potential: from 5 to 10 years.

Tech Notes
  • Varietal: 100% Pinot Noir
  • Harvest Date: Sept. 119th, 2018
  • Aging:
    • 16 months
    • 30% new toasted French oak
  • Production: ​895 bottles
  • Aging Potential: 4-7 years
Pairs Well With
Meats & Fish:
Almond Crusted Chicken with Arugula; Shrimp Cocktail
Cheese & Nuts:
Medium cheeses. Goat cheese