Domaine Des Monts Luisants : Morey-Saint-Denis 1er cru "Les Monts Luisants" 2017

Tasting characteristics and serving advice for Morey-Saint-Denis Premier Cru "Les Monts Luisants" 2017 from Domaine des Monts Luisants

Tasting

Appearance
The color reveals a ruby-red hue evolving toward garnet highlights.

Nose
The bouquet unveils a refined expression, harmoniously interweaving spices and red fruit.

Palate
On the palate, this Morey-Saint-Denis Premier Cru "Les Monts Luisants" 2017 charms with its enveloping, elegant character, extending into a savory, mineral-accented finish that attests to its fine persistence.

A red Burgundy Premier Cru from the high-altitude terroirs of Domaine des Monts Luisants

The estate

Le Domaine des Monts Luisants operates 3.39 hectares in Burgundy at Morey-Saint-Denis. The estate farms adjacent parcels on limestone slopes, including the Premier Crus Monts Luisants, Genavrières, and En Pierre Viront, as well as a plot in Clos de la Roche. The Monts Luisants terroir stands out for its location at 350 meters in elevation on a steep incline, giving rise to the only Burgundy Premier Cru vinified entirely from Aligoté.

The vineyard

The Monts Luisants vineyard enjoys a privileged position on one of the highest hills overlooking the Grand Cru sites of the Morey-Saint-Denis appellation. The name "Monts Luisants" evokes “shining slopes,” inspired by the autumn glow of the green-gold foliage of Aligoté and Chardonnay that contrasts with the bright red hues of Pinot Noir.

Winemaking and aging

Winemaking for the Morey-Saint-Denis Premier Cru "Les Monts Luisants" 2017 follows a traditional approach. Hand harvesting favors whole-cluster vinification with a cold soak and foot treading. Approximately 12 days of vatting. Aged 10 months in oak barrels.

Grape variety

100% Pinot Noir