Nuits-Saint-Georges, Domaine du Clos Frantin, 2020
Nuits-Saint-Georges, Domaine du Clos Frantin, 2020
- Red Still
- 75.0cl
- 13.5%
- Organic
The 2020 Nuits-Saint-Georges from Domaine du Clos Frantin is a rich, expressive Burgundy with a perfect balance of power and finesse. On the nose, it shows dark cherry, blackberry, and subtle spice, complemented by earthy notes and a whisper of forest floor. The palate is structured yet silky, with fine-grained tannins, lively acidity, and a long, elegant finish that carries the dark fruit and earthy undertones beautifully.
It’s a wine that shines with heartier fare - think roasted game, beef bourguignon, or mushroom-studded dishes - but is approachable now with a little decanting.
- ❖ ABV: 13.5%
Grapes
Pinot Noir
Vintage report
We'll be honest: 2020 in Burgundy was a vintage that kept everyone on their toes. A warm, dry spring brought early budbreak, then summer turned properly scorching with temperatures hitting 40°C in August. The saving grace came from perfectly timed August rains that rescued the vines from serious drought stress, followed by ideal September weather that allowed for unhurried picking. Yields were mercifully normal after several years of frost-ravaged harvests, and crucially, the heat never tipped into the jammy territory that can plague warmer vintages here.
What emerged were wines with surprising freshness despite the heat, showing ripe fruit balanced by good acidity and lovely mineral precision. The reds have more immediate charm than the structured 2019s, with silky tannins and generous Pinot Noir character, whilst the whites display beautiful richness without losing that crystalline Burgundian tension we adore. This isn't a legendary vintage like 2005 or 2010, but it's thoroughly delicious and more approachable in youth than many Burgundy vintages. The village wines are drinking beautifully now, Premier Crus are just hitting their stride, and the Grands Crus will reward patience for another five to ten years.
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