VinoUS Media ReviewRated 93The 2018 Nuits Saint-Georges Les Cailles 1er Cru displays more mineralité on the nose compared to its peers – well-defined, focused, neatly integrated oak, aromatics that seem to unfurl in the glass (an uncommon trait in this vintage). The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, well balanced and quite refined. A judicious touch of cracked black pepper and allspice on the elegant finish gains detail with aeration. Give it just another 12 months in bottle. Drinking Window 2024-2043.
Bouchard Pere & Fils Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Cailles Pinot Noir 2018
A polished and terroir-driven Premier Cru Burgundy, Bouchard Pere & Fils Les Cailles 2018 delivers the hallmark depth, finesse, and mineral precision of this revered Nuits-Saint-Georges vineyard.Silky, structured, and beautifully expressive, it stands as one of the domaine’s most elegant releases from the vintage.
Key Details
- Producer: Bouchard Pere & Fils
- Region: Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru, Cote de Nuits, Burgundy, France
- Vineyard: Les Cailles
- Category: 100% Pinot Noir
- ABV: 13.5%
- Style: Elegant, mineral, structured
Tasting Notes
- Black cherry, raspberry, and red currant
- Violet, earth, and subtle spice
- Silky tannins with refined structure
- Mineral-driven finish with long, polished persistence
Profile & Craft
- Premier Cru site known for purity, finesse, and aromatic lift
- Traditional Burgundy winemaking emphasizing terroir transparency
- French oak aging for balance and subtle complexity
- A benchmark Nuits-Saint-Georges expression with pedigree
Serving & Pairing
- Serve at 55-60°F
- Pairs with duck, lamb, mushroom dishes, and aged cheeses
- Excellent for mid- to long-term cellaring
- A refined Premier Cru Burgundy ideal for collectors
