Domaine Michele & Patrice Rion, Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Clos Saint-Marc Monopole, 2023 SO012226 Egly Ouriet In a region dominated by

In a region dominated by large châteaux and polished styles

It’s a blend (often centered on Jacquère or Altesse

lees aging

then aged nine months on lees with weekly batonnage

Fermented with native yeasts and macerated in concrete

Domaine Michele & Patrice Rion, Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Clos Saint-Marc Monopole, 2023 SO012226 Egly Ouriet In a region dominated byThis is the jewel of Patrice Rion's domaine: Clos Saint Marc is a monopole, meaning Rion is the sole owner, and at just under one hectare it's the smallest monopole in Nuits Saint Georges. The vineyard sits on deep brown soil over a bedrock of white and yellow marl, which holds water and stamps a distinct character on the wine. As a Premier Cru in Nuits Saint Georges, expect Pinot Noir with that village's classic structure and dark fruited griphere