Collection: Hautes Côtes de Nuits
Hautes Côtes de Nuits is a designation for wines produced in the northeastern region of Burgundy, France. The Hautes Côtes de Nuits designation covers a series of small mountain ranges that stretch along the northeastern side of the Côte d'Or in Burgundy, France.
The requirements to produce wine under the Hautes Côtes de Nuits designation are the following:
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Grapes: The wine must be made from a minimum of 50% Pinot Noir and 50% of other local grapes, such as Chardonnay or Aligoté.
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Geographical area: The wine must be produced in the Hautes Côtes de Nuits area of Burgundy.
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Soil: The wine must be produced on calcareous soil that is typical of the area.
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Harvest: The harvest must take place in accordance with the local rules and customs.
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Vinification: Wine production must follow the traditional methods of winemaking in the area, including fermentation in wooden barrels, use of natural yeast and long maturation time.
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Alcohol percentage: The wine must have a minimum alcohol percentage of 11.5%.
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Quality: The wine must have a high quality, both in terms of taste, aroma and appearance.
Hautes Côtes de Nuits is known for its deep-coloured, full-bodied and dense wines, often with strong, powerful flavors and aromas of raspberry, strawberry, pepper and licorice. These wines are often mature and full of complexity and are well suited to be enjoyed with a wide range of meat dishes and cheese.