Domaine des Perdrix : Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er cru "Les 8 Ouvrées" 2016

Les 8 Ouvrées of Domaine des Perdrix : a 1er cru Nuits-Saint-Georges with soft tannins

Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les 8 Ouvrées of Domaine des Perdrix  is a 100% Pinot Noir red wine produced in the Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru appellation. The name of this cuvée comes from an old unit of measurement in Burgundy. The area of 8 ouvrées equals 4.28 acres. The vines benefit from clay-dominated soils. The ageing of Les 8 Ouvrées is carried out in oak barrels, for 12 to 18 months on average, depending on the year.

At tasting, the Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les 8 Ouvrées 2016 of Domaine des Perdrix presents a dark red colour with purple reflections. The nose reveals floral aromas (peony) and red fruits. The Les 8 Ouvrées 2016 wine from Domaine des Perdrix shows off silky tannins, along with tremendous balance on the palate.