Surface area
0.56 hectares
Nuits-Saint-Georges
“Vieilles Vignes“
Grape variety
PINOT NOIR
Average age of vines
55 years
Soil
Reddish-brown soils with clay-loam texture and limestone scree
Location
Blend of 3 plots – 2 in the south and 1 in the north of the appellation
5-year average yield
42 hl/Ha
Number of bottles
3,100
Vineyard management
Soil cultivation, grass cover in the treatment rows, sustainable viticulture, de-leafing, manual harvesting. Certified HVE3 (High Environmental Value, level 3).
Vinification
Rigorous sorting at the winery. Whole berries destemmed and transferred by gravity into tanks. Cold pre-fermentation maceration, punch-downs, pump-overs, and warm post-fermentation maceration. Total vatting time: 3 weeks.
Ageing
13 months in oak barrels, 20% of which are new. Malolactic fermentation in barrel. Blending in stainless-steel vat for 1 month prior to bottling.
Bottling
At the estate, in “Cétie Évolution” bottles with natural cork closures. Magnum format available.
Tasting notes
Ruby-red colour with purplish highlights. Fresh and expressive nose with bright fruit character, offering notes of morello cherry, plum, and violet. The palate is fruity and fresh, with roundness and balance. Flavours of juicy cherry and a subtle hint of fresh tobacco. Fine texture and excellent length.
Food & wine pairings
Marinated game, red meats, and cheeses with medium intensity.
Serving temperature
16°C
Best time to drink
Between 5 and 10 years