2018 Domaine Jacques Prieur Musigny Grand Cru

The 2018 harvest was a record year: little precipitation, exceptional sunshine, an average temperature 2°C above normal. These were circumstances that would produce a great vintage throughout Burgundy. The alcoholic fermentation and maturation are carried out 100% in new oak barrels, with a maturing period of 22 months. The Jacques Prieur Musigny Grand Cru is a 100% Pinot Noir on a plot of 0.76 hectares. Musigny Grand Cru is one of the best terroirs in the Côte de Nuits. The vineyard is located on a fault line overlooking the Clos Vougeot and borders the Combe d'Orveau. Le Musigny has a south-eastern sunny position and a unique, sunny microclimate. The thin, light soil has a high proportion of stones that not only ensure good drainage, but also store heat during the day and release it again at night. The grapes are always very ripe and produce a velvety nectar with beautiful floral (violet) aromas and an impressively long aftertaste. VINIFICATION & AGEING The grapes were picked by hand in small boxes, then sorted and completely destemmed. The wine remained on the skins for 19 days in temperature-controlled open oak barrels. Pigeage (hood immersion) was performed twice a day during the alcoholic fermentation. 100% malolactic fermentation. The wine was fully matured in oak barrels. Duration of barrel aging: 19 months COLOR: Intense ruby red with a clear purple hue. NOSE: Finesse and elegance. Ethereal, beautiful floral notes (violets, rose petals). TASTE: Tasty, small berries, appetizing toastiness. Fine and silky tannins. Very pleasant drinkability in the aftertaste. FACT: In the 'Attachments' tab you will find the official fact sheet of this beautiful wine. We will send this to you automatically when you order this wine. The wine is stored in our conditioned Wine Warehouse and when you pick up the wine you will often receive a nice discount . You will see your discount immediately when you choose 'Collect' on the checkout page. We are located in Dordrecht almost next to the A16 with plenty of parking. Click here for our address