Louis Jadot : Morey-Saint-Denis 1er cru "Clos des Ormes" Dom. Louis Jadot 2018

Characteristics and tasting notes of Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Cru "Clos des Ormes" Domaine Louis Jadot 2018

Tasting

Appearance
The wine reveals a beautiful ruby red colour, at once clear and bright, adorned with subtle garnet reflections.

Nose
The aromatic bouquet opens with intense notes of red fruits such as cherry, raspberry and redcurrant, intertwined with hints of undergrowth and rosehip. With a little aeration, delicate floral scents, sweet spices and fine woody nuances come to enrich the whole.

Palate
The attack is marked by a lovely freshness that balances a generous body. The palate reveals fine, silky tannins supporting fruity aromas. The finish, of beautiful length, stands out with subtle spicy and herbaceous notes.

Food and wine pairings

This red wine pairs wonderfully with roast poultry, tender red meats such as a fillet of beef, or dishes that showcase mushrooms. It also accompanies matured cheeses very well, such as a Brie, an Époisses or a Saint-Nectaire.

Serving and cellaring

This 2018 vintage can be enjoyed now, but its beautiful structure allows it to evolve favourably in the cellar for a decade, meaning until around 2028.

The elegance and complexity of a Premier Cru from the Côte de Nuits

The estate

Founded in 1859 by Louis Henry Denis Jadot in Beaune, Maison Louis Jadot is a true institution in Burgundy. At the head of a vast vineyard spanning several dozen hectares across the region, the estate is renowned for its ability to express the diversity of Burgundy's terroirs. Today, the estate is led by Thomas Seiter as president, and Thibault Gagey as managing director. Committed to a sustainable viticulture approach and organic conversion, the house combines tradition and modernity to produce wines of great consistency in quality.

The vineyard

Located in the heart of the Côte de Nuits, the Premier Cru climat "Clos des Ormes" is found within the boundaries of the village of Morey-Saint-Denis. The vines flourish on moderate slopes benefiting from an ideal east and south-east exposure. The terroir consists of limestone soils mixed with clay, offering excellent drainage and allowing the grape variety to develop a beautiful aromatic depth while retaining great finesse.

The vintage

The year 2018 was marked by particularly hot and dry weather in Burgundy. These generous summer conditions favoured rapid and advanced ripening of the berries. In order to preserve the natural balance and freshness of the juices in the face of this heat, the harvest dates were brought forward, making it possible to gather grapes of great concentration.

Winemaking and aging

The production of this wine begins with fermentation in tanks accompanied by a carefully controlled maceration, incorporating a proportion of whole-cluster grapes. The wine then benefits from ageing in oak barrels, with a moderate use of new barrels in order to preserve the pure expression of the terroir and the delicacy of the fruit.

Grape variety

100% Pinot Noir