Domaine Bertagna Nuits Saint Georges 1er cru Les Murgers 2014 (Coming Soon)

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Winery: Domaine Bertagna

Country / Region: FRANCE / Burgundy – Clos de Vougeot

Date Winery was established: 1950s

Grape Variety: Pinot Noir

Year the vintage was first released: 1962

Alcohol Content / Volume: 13.5% / 750ml

Ratings: 93 pts. Wine Spectator

Good to Know: In the Cote de Nuits in Domaine Vougeot, close to the famous Chateau du Clos Vougeot, Bertagna is a wine estate located in Burgundy, France.

Domaine Bertgana produces white and red wines using their own Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes in their regional appellations, villages, premier crus and grand crus.

The Domaine Bertagna Les Murgers is cultivated with great care, utilizing organic farming techniques that prioritize the soil's well-being. With a focus on ensuring exceptional quality, the vineyard management implements stringent measures such as green harvesting and de-budding to effectively control yields. Both in the field and at the winery, the grapes are meticulously handpicked and sorted, undergoing a rigorous selection process. Subsequently, the wine undergoes a meticulous aging period of 15 to 18 months in French oak barrels, with 50% of the barrels being newly sourced oak.

Characterized by its velvety tannins and delicate nature, Domaine Bertagna Les Murgers offers enchanting aromas of small red fruits. This wine, which fully embodies its "terroir," presents a captivating and full-bodied profile that is sure to captivate wine enthusiasts.

The 2014 vintage in Burgundy’s Côte de Nuits is celebrated among connoisseurs as a benchmark of classicism, balance, and pure terroir expression. Saved by a sunny, crisp September following a slow summer, the growing season allowed Pinot Noir grapes to achieve complete phenolic maturity while retaining vibrant natural acidity. The resulting 2014 reds are prized for their aromatic clarity, graceful architecture, and refined energy, offering a quintessential Burgundian charm that bridges bright, expressive fruit with remarkable long-term aging potential.

In the glass, the Bertagna Nuits St. Georges 1er Cru Les Murgers 2014 highlights its premier location right on the Vosne-Romanée border, opening with an alluring nose of wild red berries, dark plums, and ripe cherries complemented by subtle oak spice and earthy forest-floor nuances. The palate is rich, full-bodied, and deeply structured, balancing dark fruit density with velvety, well-integrated tannins and a long, stony mineral finish. This harmonious interplay of power and finesse makes it a sublime companion for dining, pairing effortlessly with roasted duck breast, herb-crusted lamb chops, braised pork belly, or rich mushroom dishes and aged cheeses like Gouda and Gruyère.