Domaine Desertaux-Ferrand, Nuits St George 1er Cru Les Chabœufs, Burgundy 2017 Mamete Prevostini not far above sea level

not far above sea level

Different plots of zibibbo bush vines (alberello Pantesco) from different contradas

then lots of stewed apple in the mouth

The first vintage under the estate name was in 2002

sprouts its own root system and forms its own new vine

Domaine Desertaux-Ferrand, Nuits St George 1er Cru Les Chabœufs, Burgundy 2017 Mamete Prevostini not far above sea levelThis exemplary Nuits Saint George starts with an aromatic, structured nose there is a gorgeous bouquet of plum, raspberry and cassis with more subtle touches of violets, liquorice and toasted almonds. The palate is fruit forward but with a mineral definition that offers a lovely balance. Expect juicy cherry and plum, crunchy wild berries and a darker undertone of tobacco and chocolate that reveals itself throughout the long finish. Like its younger