Bottle of  Benjamin Leroux Nuits Saint Georges 1er Cru aux Thorey 2018

Benjamin Leroux Nuits Saint Georges 1er Cru aux Thorey 2018

AppellationNuits‑Saint‑Georges Premier Cru Aux Thorey CountryFrance ColourRed Bottle750 ml Drink window2023‑2035

This wine presents a refined expression of northern Nuits‑Saint‑Georges with a core of vivid red cherry and raspberry underscored by rose petal and graphite nuances, all framed by lithe chalky minerality and poised structure.

Tasting

Aroma
red cherry, raspberry, rose petal
Palate
silky with fine‑grained tannins and mineral freshness
Finish
long, saline, lightly spicy

Pairs with

  • roasted pheasant with morel sauce
  • duck breast with berries
  • mushroom risotto
  • herb‑crusted lamb rack