Crafted by Maison Joseph Drouhin, a distinguished Burgundy house founded in 1880, the 2023 Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Procès is a pure Pinot Noir sourced from the Les Procès vineyard, a premier cru site in the southern sector of Nuits-Saint-Georges, near the town and adjacent to the Pruliers vineyard at approximately 250 meters elevation. Maison Joseph Drouhin owns nearly half of this 0.37-hectare plot, characterized by deep, well-drained soils with due east exposure and a mild incline, contributing to the wine’s structure and elegance. Hand-harvested grapes undergo fermentation with indigenous yeasts in open-top vats, with some whole bunches included, followed by 14-18 months of aging in French oak barrels (20% new) to balance fruit purity and complexity. This biodynamic approach, certified since 2009, captures the 2023 vintage’s exceptional generosity—marked by one of Burgundy’s hottest years, yielding ripe, high-quality fruit with smooth, complex palates—resulting in a wine of depth and finesse.
Tasting Notes
This Pinot Noir displays a deep garnet hue with aromas of cherry jelly, balsam, and cedar, accented by hints of spice and subtle gamey touches with age. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and velvety, offering flavors of ripe red and black berries, supported by firm yet refined tannins, vibrant acidity, and a long, flavorful finish evoking fruit syrups and spice infusions.
Awards and Accolades
The 2023 Joseph Drouhin Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Procès earned 92 points from James Suckling, who praised its aromas of sliced strawberries, lead pencil, spices, and earth, noting its medium body, firm tannin backbone, and savory, spicy character that needs time to soften.
Serving and Cellaring
Serve at 16°C after one to two hours of decanting to fully reveal its aromatic complexity. Enjoy now for its vibrant fruit or cellar until 2043 to develop deeper layers of earth and gamey complexity. A distinguished expression of Nuits-Saint-Georges’ premier cru heritage.
Technical Details
- Alcohol: 14.5% ABV
- Residual Sugar: <1 g/L
- Closure: Cork
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