LES BOUSSELOTS
2015 VINTAGE
DOMAINE DECELLE & FILS NUITS-SAINT-GEORGES FRANCE
"The maturity of a classic: a single-parcel Pinot Noir that fuses the strength of the Côte de Nuits with the velvety elegance of a legendary vintage."
The Prestige of Nuits-Saint-Georges
Les Bousselots 2015 from Domaine Decelle & Fils is a cult wine born on the northern border of Nuits-Saint-Georges, Burgundy, France. This parcel (lieu-dit) boasts stony and calcareous soils that allow for perfect drainage, granting the Pinot Noir a robust structure but with an unusual aromatic sophistication. The 2015 vintage, remembered as one of the best of the 21st century for its thermal balance, delivers in this wine a depth of dark fruit and a silky texture that is only achieved after a decade of patient evolution. Purchase this collector's label with fast and secure shipping at LaCava.shop.
1. Identity Profile
Specific Origin: "Les Bousselots" parcel, Nuits-Saint-Georges, France.
Domaine: Decelle & Fils (Based in Nuits-Saint-Georges).
Vintage: 2015 (Exceptional vintage).
Varietal: 100% Pinot Noir.
Vinification: Aged in French oak barrels for 18 months.
Volume: 750 ml.
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Deep garnet red with brick hues that reveal its noble evolution.
Nose: A sophisticated bouquet of ripe cherries, cassis jam, and withered violets. Complex notes of fine leather, smoke, black truffle, and a touch of oriental spices.
Palate: Powerful and full. The texture is velvety, with perfectly integrated tannins. It presents a lively acidity that sustains the long finish of dried fruits and forest floor.
3. Vintage Architecture
4. Pairing and Gala Service
Gastronomy: A wine to accompany dishes of great complexity: duck confit, beef sirloin with morel sauce, roast lamb with fine herbs, or long-aged French cheeses such as 24-month Comté.
Service: Serve at a temperature of 17°C (63°F). Due to its vintage and concentration, it is recommended to decant for 30 minutes to allow its tertiary aromas to fully express themselves.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What makes 'Les Bousselots' special compared to other Nuits-Saint-Georges?
Its location near Vosne-Romanée gives it a delicacy and elegance that is sometimes missing in the more rustic reds from the south of the appellation.
Why is the 2015 vintage valuable?
It was a perfect solar year that produced grapes with ideal sugar and tannin concentration. It is one of the vintages with the greatest aging potential of the last few decades in France.
Does it contain sediment?
Given its age and traditional vinification, it is possible to find natural sediment. It is recommended to pour carefully or use a decanter.