Bouchard Pere & Fils Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Cailles Pinot Noir 2018 (France) Rated 93VM

VinoUS Media Review
Rated 93
The 2018 Nuits Saint-Georges Les Cailles 1er Cru displays more mineralité on the nose compared to its peers - well-defined, focused, neatly integrated oak, aromatics that seem to unfurl in the glass (an uncommon trait in this vintage). The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, well balanced and quite refined. A judicious touch of cracked black pepper and allspice on the elegant finish gains detail with aeration. Give it just another 12 months in bottle. Drinking Window 2024-2043.

Bouchard Pere & Fils Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Cailles Pinot Noir 2018

A polished and terroir-driven Premier Cru Burgundy, Bouchard Pere & Fils Les Cailles 2018 delivers the hallmark depth, finesse, and mineral precision of this revered Nuits-Saint-Georges vineyard.
Silky, structured, and beautifully expressive, it stands as one of the domaine's most elegant releases from the vintage.

Key Details

• Producer: Bouchard Pere & Fils
• Region: Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru, Cote de Nuits, Burgundy, France
• Vineyard: Les Cailles
• Category: 100% Pinot Noir
• ABV: 13.5%
• Style: Elegant, mineral, structured

Tasting Notes

• Black cherry, raspberry, and red currant
• Violet, earth, and subtle spice
• Silky tannins with refined structure
• Mineral-driven finish with long, polished persistence

Profile & Craft

• Premier Cru site known for purity, finesse, and aromatic lift
• Traditional Burgundy winemaking emphasizing terroir transparency
• French oak aging for balance and subtle complexity
• A benchmark Nuits-Saint-Georges expression with pedigree

Serving & Pairing

• Serve at 55-60°F
• Pairs with duck, lamb, mushroom dishes, and aged cheeses
• Excellent for mid- to long-term cellaring
• A refined Premier Cru Burgundy ideal for collectors