Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru Rue de Chaux Bertrand Ambroise 2021

Structured and precise, this wine opens with aromas of black cherry, plum, and violet, layered with spice, earth, and a touch of cedar. The palate is taut and mineral, showing dark berry fruit, fine-grained tannins, and savoury depth carried by bright acidity. Its deep ruby colour with youthful highlights reflects both concentration and freshness, while the finish is long, firm, and energetic.

Bertrand Ambroise, known for his hands-on, sustainable approach, has built a reputation for powerful, ageworthy Burgundies. Rue de Chaux, a premier cru vineyard on the slopes above Nuits-Saint-Georges, is prized for its stony soils and sun exposure, producing wines of backbone and aromatic lift. In the cooler 2021 vintage, Ambroise has crafted a cuvée that balances intensity with finesse, offering a classic expression of Nuits’ structure and potential for graceful ageing.