Domaine Michele & Patrice Rion, Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Clos Saint-Marc Monopole, 2023 SO012226 Egly Ouriet In a region dominated by

In a region dominated by large châteaux and polished styles

then aged nine months on lees with weekly batonnage

lees aging

whom Jayer had been mentoring since 1976

The wine opens with aromas of blackberries

Domaine Michele & Patrice Rion, Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Clos Saint-Marc Monopole, 2023 SO012226 Egly Ouriet In a region dominated byThis is the jewel of Patrice Rion's domaine: Clos Saint Marc is a monopole, meaning Rion is the sole owner, and at just under one hectare it's the smallest monopole in Nuits Saint Georges. The vineyard sits on deep brown soil over a bedrock of white and yellow marl, which holds water and stamps a distinct character on the wine. As a Premier Cru in Nuits Saint Georges, expect Pinot Noir with that village's classic structure and dark fruited griphere