Domaine Georges Noëllat was founded by Georges Noëllat, nephew of Charles Noëllat,?–?whose vines contributed to shape the estates of Jean-Jacques Confuron, Hudelot-Noëllat and Leroy,?–?and great-grandfather of the current owner, Maxime Cheurlin. Maxime Cheurlin took over the estate in 2010 after studying at the wine school in Beaune. He has devoted himself wholeheartedly to the estate, significantly raising the quality of its wines, notably through a much more precise and judicious approach to ageing. The estate has an exceptional vineyard portfolio, with Premiers Crus and Grands Crus in Vosne-Romanée, Échezeaux and Nuits-Saint-Georges, as well as several parcels of centenarian vines. The vines are tended entirely by hand, without the use of chemical treatments, while in the winery the wines are vinified using native yeasts. The estate’s wines are true gems.

There’s no doubt that domain Georges Noëllat is now part of the elite of the Côte de Nuits. Domain Georges Noëllat is, first and foremost a story of terroir and family. The domain spans 5.5 hectares of premiers and grands crus in the prestigious rolling hills of Vosne-Romanée and Nuits-Saint-Georges. Since Maxime Cheurlin took over management of the estate (his first vintage was 2010), the house style has been revolutionised. The watchword here is showcasing the terroir. In the vineyards, everything is done by hand, with no chemical treatments and natural fermentations. He seeks freshness, density and opulence in youth, all of which will become refined over time, gaining in complexity and refinement. His Grands Echézeaux Grand Cru delivers notes of fresh red fruits on the nose, with floral hints and a practically undetectable oakiness. On the palate, the wine is generous yet refined, with a pleasant density and exceptional length. The tannins are elegant and refined; the freshness and sumptuousness perfectly complementary and harmonious. This wine is made for cellaring and will begin to express its full potential after ten years in the bottle.