2014 Hospices de Nuits Nuits-Saint-Georges Les Fleurières “Cuvée des Sœurs Hospitalières” – Burgundy, France
🍷 Tasting Notes & Description
The 2014 Hospices de Nuits Nuits-Saint-Georges “Les Fleurières” Cuvée des Sœurs Hospitalières is a distinguished Premier Cru-level Pinot Noir from one of the most historically significant institutions in Burgundy. Crafted with grapes from deep clay-limestone soils on the southern slope of the Nuits-Saint-Georges appellation, this wine offers a pure expression of terroir, elegance, and age-worthy structure.
👃 Aromatics
This wine opens with a deep ruby color and an enticing bouquet of ripe red fruits—cherry, raspberry, and wild strawberry—layered with earthy undertones, dried rose petals, and subtle spice from aging in French oak. Hints of forest floor, white pepper, and gentle toasted oak round out the nose.
👅 Palate
On the palate, the wine is elegant, balanced, and energetic, with a fresh, vibrant acidity and silky tannins. Mid-palate weight is excellent, leading to a long, mineral-driven finish with a savory touch of salinity and gentle spice. A wine of grace, complexity, and finesse—this 2014 vintage is drinking beautifully now and will continue to evolve for several more years.
🛠️ Winemaking & Terroir Highlights
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Varietal: 100% Pinot Noir
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Region: Côte de Nuits, Burgundy, France
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Vineyard: Les Fleurières & Les Plantes au Baron
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Soil: Deep clay-limestone, excellent drainage
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Exposure: South-east facing for optimal ripeness
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Harvest: Manual
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Fermentation: Traditional, gravity-fed; managed by Jean-Marc Moron
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Aging: ~15 months in French oak, primarily new barrels
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Producer: Hospices de Nuits-Saint-Georges / Maison Delaunay
🍽️ Food Pairing Suggestions
Perfect with duck breast, grilled ribeye, beef bourguignon, or wild mushroom risotto. Also pairs exquisitely with aged soft cheeses like Époisses or Pont-l'Évêque.
🕰️ Aging Potential
Drink now for its freshness and charm, or cellar through 2030+ for further complexity and depth. This 2014 vintage is approaching its peak, offering an optimal balance of primary fruit and tertiary notes.
🏰 A Rare & Noble Origin
This cuvée is named after the Sœurs Hospitalières (Nursing Sisters), in tribute to the charitable legacy of the Hospices de Nuits-Saint-Georges, a historic Burgundian wine institution established to fund medical care through wine auctions. These wines are celebrated for their rare provenance, and this bottling is a testament to history, craftsmanship, and terroir.
