BERTHAUT-GERBET - Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Nuits 2023

This Hautes-Côtes de Nuits presents itself as a lively and precise red wine, faithful to the rigorous standards of Domaine Berthaut-Gerbet. Coming from high-altitude terroirs composed of limestone and marl, this 2023 vintage promises a gourmet profile and a pure expression, characteristic of the region's fine wines.

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: The wine generally presents a light ruby robe of medium intensity.
• Nose: A bouquet marked by crunchy fruit (cherry, raspberry, wild strawberry), accompanied by floral touches and occasionally a fine spicy or mineral note.
• Palate: A gourmet profile endowed with a pleasant vivacity. The structure is elegant with delicate tannins, offering a clean freshness on the palate.

Service Advice

• Serving Temperature: 15-16°C (59-61°F), slightly chilled.
• Preparation: Decanting for 30 minutes before serving is recommended to allow the aromas to blossom.
• Cellaring: Can be enjoyed now for its fruit, or kept for 2 to 3 years to develop further complexity.

Food & Wine Pairings: Recipe Ideas

This fine and accessible wine pairs ideally with traditional Burgundian cuisine and delicate meats:

• Tradition: Jambon persillé (parsleyed ham), poultry terrine, or oeufs en meurette.
• Meat: Roasted poultry, duck breast, or a light coq au vin.
• Cheese: Regional cheeses such as Époisses or Brillat-Savarin.

Key Information

• Grape Variety: Likely Pinot Noir (the region's emblematic variety).
• Appellation: Hautes-Côtes de Nuits (Burgundy).
• Terroir: Limestone and marl soils, high-altitude climate.
• Style: Fine, accessible, and precise red wine