Domaine David Duband - Hautes Côtes de Nuits 2023
Domaine David Duband is located in Chevannes, in the Côte de Nuits region of Burgundy . It was founded by Pierre Duband in 1965 and taken over by his son David in 1991. The estate cultivates approximately 17 hectares of vines spread across 23 prestigious appellations, ranging from Nuits-Saint-Georges to Gevrey-Chambertin, including Clos de Vougeot, Charmes-Chambertin, Latricières-Chambertin, Echézeaux, Morey-Saint-Denis, Chambolle-Musigny and Vosne-Romanée. Since 1998, Domaine Duband has abandoned the use of chemical weedkillers and favors working the soil by plowing and natural grassing. The vineyard is certified organic .
Hautes-Côtes de Nuits is made from Pinot Noir vines aged 50 years. The grapes are harvested by hand, sorted and then vinified with 60% whole bunches. The vatting lasts 11 days with 5 to 7 punching downs and pumping over. The wine is aged for 13 months in one-, two- and three-year-old barrels (75%) and new barrels (25%), followed by 3 months in vats.
Grape variety: 100% Pinot Noir
"A wine that exudes the freshness of altitude: vibrant red fruits, violet, and white pepper. On the palate, it offers tension, verticality, and a fine but vibrant structure."