Domaine Emmanuel Rouget Nuits Saint Georges 2018 AOC 0.75l

The Domaine Emmanuel Rouget Nuits Saint Georges 2018 AOC 0.75l is a genuine window onto Burgundy's Pinot Noir, born on slopes where stone, clay, and a well-balanced season have created a wine with an elegant and clean profile. The 2018 vintage stands out for its harmonious maturity that doesn't overdo the sweetness, giving way to a vibrant freshness that supports rich aromas of red fruits, fine spices, and a silky tannic texture ready to mature over time.

History and identity: the house, discreet in size yet rich in character, works hand in hand with the Nuits-Saint-Georges terroir to offer an authentic expression of its terroir. The approach is rooted in a family tradition that emphasizes careful vineyard management, restrained winemaking, and balanced maturation, conveying a memory of the soil and the season in the glass.

Production philosophy: The philosophy of the work is expressed through constant attention to detail, from selective harvesting in the vineyard to controlled fermentation and aging. Practices that respect the raw materials and the natural progression of the year are favored, with a choice of containers and timing that allow the fruit to express itself with purity, precision, and a slight smoothness that does not betray the wine's structure.

Distinguishing features: Among similar wines, it stands out for its coherence between bright fruit, subtle minerality, and elegant tannins. The combination of restrained power and refinement allows for a complex length, with hints of underbrush, light pepper, and a minerality that remains almost metallic at times, without being aggressive.

Sensory characteristics: On the nose, notes of ripe cherry, raspberry, and a hint of florality emerge, intertwined with an undercurrent of fresh mushrooms and moist earth. On the palate, it is enveloping but not heavy, with a balanced structure between fruit and freshness, smooth tannins, and a lingering mineral note that accompanies a long, thoughtful finish.

Role in the range: Within Emmanuel Rouget's offering, this Nuits Saint Georges 2018 occupies a key place as a mature expression of the terroir and a reference point for those seeking an authentic interpretation of the terroir without sacrificing immediate drinkability.

In line with STELT's positioning, this bottle embodies precision, local identity, and understated elegance: a proposal that invites tasting as an act of confirmation of a careful and enduring work philosophy.