Jean Grivot - Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er cru - Roncière - Red - 2017

Wine:

The 2017 Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru Roncière Red showcases remarkable energy and expressive character. Its velvety tannic structure is both rich and refined, offering impressive persistence on the palate. True to the essence of Nuits-Saint-Georges, it embodies the depth and intensity that define this prestigious terroir, with all the hallmark richness and complexity one expects from a great Burgundy.

Vinification:

Vines aged 50 years or more on 0.50 ha, located between Les Porêts and Les Pruliers. Hand-harvested. 100% destemmed. Cold pre-fermentation maceration for around 5 days, alcoholic fermentation using only indigenous yeasts in stainless-steel vats, daily pumping over with temperature and density controls, very little punching down depending on the context of the vintage. Vatting time averages 20 days. Malolactic fermentation followed by 15 months' ageing in barrels, 30% of which are new and the remainder aged for 1, 2 and 3 wines, then racking and massing for 2 to 3 months in stainless steel tanks. No fining or filtration before bottling.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C in a large glass.

Food and wine pairing:

Roast guinea fowl with porcini mushrooms, tournedos of beef with green pepper, herb-crusted shoulder of lamb, roast duck aiguillettes and beet confit with rosemary, mature Burgundy cheeses like that from Abbaye de Cîteaux.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2030 and beyond for enthusiasts.

A cornerstone of Burgundy’s elite, Domaine Jean Grivot is a name of international renown. The estate boasts an exceptional collection of 12 Premier Crus and 3 Grand Crus, crafted under the guidance of Etienne Grivot and his children, Mathilde and Hubert. Their wines are defined by clarity, depth, and precision, hallmarks of thoughtful winemaking and meticulous vineyard work.


The estate's style embodies classic Burgundian elegance, with recent vintages gaining in concentration and textural richness. Barrel aging is handled with precision, using no more than one-third new oak to preserve freshness and purity.


Awarded 2 stars in the RVF Guide (Revue du Vin de France), this discreet yet highly regarded estate produces wines renowned for their silky texture, generous volume, and vibrant energy — qualities that have established its reputation as one of Burgundy’s finest.