Notes:
This is aromatically similar to the Les Cailles with just a bit more fruit from the red side of the spectrum. On the palate though there is slightly more size and weight to the medium weight flavors with even more evident minerality adding a sense of lift to the balanced, long and more austere finale. This is firmer and more compact than the Les Cailles so at least some patience is advised. Burghound 91-93
The 2023 Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Saint-Georges is lovely, mingling notes of cherries and cassis with hints of rose petal and vine smoke, followed by a medium to full-bodied, ample and enveloping palate that's seamless and lively, with good depth at the core and powdery structuring tannins. William Kelley 93-94
A lovely mid purple. This has a more voluptuous layer of fruit to it. A liquid deep raspberry at the front of the palate, firmer tannins behind, fair concentration and length. A very seductive long aftertaste. Drink from 2033-2040. Tasted Nov 2024. Jasper Morris 93-96
Producer: Domaine Robert Chevillon is regarded as one of the benchmark estates of Nuits-Saint-Georges and has remained under family ownership for generations. Today, brothers Bertrand and Denis Chevillon oversee approximately 13 hectares, almost entirely within Nuits-Saint-Georges, including one of the appellation's most important collections of Premier Cru vineyards: Les Saint-Georges, Les Cailles, Les Vaucrains, Les Chaignots, Les Roncières, Les Pruliers, and Les Bousselots. The domaine's philosophy has remained remarkably traditional despite changing fashions in Burgundy. Vineyard work emphasizes sustainable farming, regular soil cultivation, naturally low yields, and meticulous hand harvesting. In the cellar, grapes are fully destemmed before undergoing long macerations with indigenous yeasts at relatively warm temperatures to build structure while preserving aromatic precision. The wines mature in French oak barrels sourced primarily from Tonnellerie Sirugue, with Premier Crus typically receiving approximately 30% new oak. Rather than producing wines for early accessibility, Chevillon has built its reputation on transparency, structure, and longevity, with many bottlings reaching their peak after one to three decades in bottle. Few domaines have become more closely associated with the identity of Nuits-Saint-Georges than Chevillon, whose wines consistently demonstrate the power, mineral character, and aging potential that define the commune.
Vineyard: Les Saint-Georges is widely regarded as the greatest vineyard in Nuits-Saint-Georges and has long been considered the leading candidate for future Grand Cru classification. In fact, the prestige of this climat was so significant that the village officially adopted its name in 1892, changing from simply "Nuits" to Nuits-Saint-Georges. Chevillon farms approximately 0.60 hectares of vines averaging more than 75 years of age, producing naturally low yields and exceptional fruit concentration. Situated on the mid-slope of the Côte de Nuits, the vineyard is planted on shallow clay-limestone soils over fractured limestone bedrock, providing excellent drainage while encouraging deep root systems. The combination of old vines, ideal exposition, and classic limestone terroir consistently produces wines of remarkable concentration, mineral tension, and longevity. Les Saint-Georges is often considered the reference point for the appellation, combining the structure traditionally associated with Nuits-Saint-Georges with an uncommon degree of refinement and aromatic complexity.
Winemaking: Fruit is harvested entirely by hand before careful sorting and complete destemming. Following a cold pre-fermentation maceration, alcoholic fermentation proceeds with indigenous yeasts in open-top fermenters. Chevillon favors relatively long macerations to achieve thorough yet balanced extraction, building the firm tannic framework for which the domaine is known. After pressing, the wine is transferred to French oak barrels for approximately 18 months of élevage, with Premier Cru wines receiving roughly 30% new oak. The restrained barrel program provides additional structure without overwhelming the vineyard character. Bottling takes place after sufficient maturation to integrate fruit, acidity, tannin, and oak while preserving the precision and freshness that distinguish the domaine's wines. This classical approach consistently produces wines capable of extended bottle development while maintaining a clear expression of Les Saint-Georges.
Food Pairing: Pair with roast duck, venison loin, beef Wellington, braised short ribs, roasted lamb, pigeon, wild mushroom dishes, or aged Comté. The wine's combination of vibrant acidity, mineral structure, and finely woven tannins also complements black truffle preparations, game birds, and traditional Burgundian cuisine featuring rich reductions or mushroom sauces.
Chevillon Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru "Les Saint-Georges" 2023
Reviews:
Burghound: 91-93
Wine Advocate: 93-94
Vinous Media: 93-96
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