Domaine Sylvain Cathiard 'Aux Murgers' 1er Cru Nuits-Saint-Georges 2017 CORTESE For an entry level pinot

For an entry level pinot

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the estate and surrounding area were formerly part of the Opera Pia Barolo (a castle that is kind of like the Hospices du Beaune: part educational institution and part hospital) whose vineyards were traditionally worked by sharecroppers

He chose a former stud farm at Coudray-Rabut

The pages that Kermit has written about them alone rival those of his dear friend

Domaine Sylvain Cathiard 'Aux Murgers' 1er Cru Nuits-Saint-Georges 2017 CORTESE For an entry level pinotThe 2017 Nuits Saint Georges Aux Murgers 1er Cru, matured in 60% new oak, has an expressive bouquet of dark berry fruit infused with bay leaf and black tea, the terroir a little more articulated than the Aux Thorey at the moment. The palate is smooth and sensual on the entry, an equal mixture of red and black fruit, with a gentle grip on the lightly peppered finish. Excellent.