Musigny Grand Cru
2009, Burgundy, France
Musigny Grand Cru
Pinot Noir
Domaine Jacques Prieur
About the Wine
This is one of the greatest terroirs in the Côte de Nuits. The vineyard is located on a fault overlooking the Clos Vougeot and bordering on the Combe d'Orveau. The thin, light soil has a high proportion of stones that not only guarantee good drainage, but also store heat in the daytime and release it at night. Initial impressions of wines from the 2009 vintage show that they are elegant, attractive, round, silky and full-bodied. The wine stayed on the skins for 18 days in temperature-controlled open oak vats. Pigeage (punching down the cap) was done twice a day during alcoholic fermentation. 100% malolactic fermentation. The wine was aged entirely in new oak barrels. Duration of barrel ageing: 20 months.
Tasting Notes
NOSE: Ethereal, refined, elegant, and showing great subtlety. Floral (violet) and berry (blackberry and blueberry) aromas with sweet spicy overtones.PALATE: Silky, satiny mouth feel. Spicy, menthol flavors with chocolate and black cherry nuances. Elegant, fresh tannin.
Pairing Recommendation
Pairs excellently with any meat dish, particularly with steaks, lamp, and pork.