{"product_id":"domaine-michel-noellat-vosne-romanee-1er-cru-les-suchots-2021","title":"Domaine Michel Noellat Vosne Romanee 1er Cru Les Suchots 2021","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinery Background and History\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eDomaine Michel Noëllat, established in the early 20th century, is a family-owned estate located in Vosne-Romanée, Burgundy. Now managed by the fifth generation, the domaine cultivates approximately 27 hectares across 22 appellations, including prestigious Grand Crus like Clos de Vougeot and Echézeaux. Known for blending traditional Burgundian methods with modern techniques, the estate emphasizes terroir expression and meticulous vineyard management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProducer and Wine Maker\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe estate is currently overseen by Sophie Noëllat, who continues the family’s legacy of producing elegant and terroir-driven wines. The winemaking approach involves careful grape selection, destemming, and moderate extraction to highlight the purity and finesse of Pinot Noir. Aging is conducted in French oak barrels, balancing new and seasoned wood to complement the wine’s character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVineyards and Micro Climate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe “Les Suchots” vineyard is a Premier Cru site located in Vosne-Romanée, within the Côte de Nuits sub-region of Burgundy. Situated on the mid-slope, the vineyard benefits from optimal sun exposure and well-drained limestone-clay soils. The region experiences a continental climate with warm summers and cool winters, ideal for cultivating Pinot Noir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVinification \u0026amp; Aging Methods\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eGrapes are hand-harvested and undergo a cold pre-fermentation maceration to enhance aromatic complexity. Fermentation occurs in temperature-controlled vats, followed by aging in French oak barrels, with a portion being new oak. This process aims to preserve the wine’s freshness while adding subtle oak nuances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe 2021 Les Suchots presents a lifted sweet cassis bouquet leading to a seductive palate with smooth tannins and a touch of spice. Well balanced with good depth, this wine will develop further complexity with cellaring.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood \u0026amp; Wine Pairing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis Premier Cru pairs excellently with rich dishes such as roasted duck, beef Wellington, or lamb shanks. Its depth and complexity also complement earthy flavors found in mushroom-based dishes and aged cheeses like Comté or Époisses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eService Methods and Temperatures\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eServing Temperature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: 16–18°C (60–64°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDecanting\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: Recommended for 1–2 hours to allow the wine to open up and reveal its complex aromas and flavors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage and Aging Potential\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eWhile approachable in its youth, the 2021 Les Suchots has the potential to age gracefully over the next 10–15 years. Proper cellaring in a cool, dark environment will allow the wine to develop additional complexity and tertiary aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape Varietals \u0026amp; percentage used\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e100% Pinot Noir \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eABV (Alcohol by Volume)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e14.0% \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ASC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47922381095126,"sku":null,"price":1581.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5465\/4934\/files\/DomaineMichelNoellatVosneRomanee1erCruLesSuchots.png?v=1773669633","url":"https:\/\/www.pinotera.com\/products\/domaine-michel-noellat-vosne-romanee-1er-cru-les-suchots-2021","provider":"Pinotera Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}