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.

An iconic appellation on the Burgundy wine scene, Beaune includes over 40 climats classified as Premier Cru, each more exceptional than the last. With an exceptional terroir, the estate practises environmentally friendly viticulture that respects both the vines and the land, implementing sustainable practices to preserve the freshness and purity of the fruit. The same rigour is implemented in the winery. The fruit is hand-picked at peak ripeness and vinified with as little intervention as possible. Fermentations are triggered by native yeasts naturally present in the berries and the wines undergo a long ageing period in oak casks.
The ruddy-red colour reveals an expressive bouquet opening on notes of cherry, strawberry and blackcurrant, complemented by a delightful minerality. On the palate, supple tannins balance beautifully with a fine acidity combined with complex aromas of red fruit and pepper. The precise, aromatic and lingering finish promises several fine years of cellaring.