LES BOUSSELOTS
VINTAGE 2015
DOMAINE DECELLE & FILS • NUITS-SAINT-GEORGES • FRANCE
"The maturity of a classic: a single-plot 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 plot (lieu-dit) boasts stony, calcareous soils that allow for perfect drainage, giving the Pinot Noir a robust structure 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 black fruit and a silky texture that is only achieved after a decade of patient evolution.
1. Identity Profile
Specific Origin: "Les Bousselots" plot, Nuits-Saint-Georges, France.
Domaine: Decelle & Fils (Based in Nuits-Saint-Georges).
Vintage: 2015 (Exceptional vintage).
Varietal: 100% Pinot Noir.
Winemaking: Aged in French oak barrels for 18 months.
Volume: 750 ml.
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Deep garnet red with brick hues revealing 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 hint of oriental spices.
Palate: Powerful and full-bodied. The texture is velvety, with perfectly integrated tannins. It presents a lively acidity that sustains the long finish of dried fruits and undergrowth.
3. Vintage Architecture
4. Pairing and Gala Service
Cuisine: A wine to accompany complex dishes: Confit duck, beef tenderloin with morel mushroom sauce, roasted lamb with fine herbs, or long-aged French cheeses such as Comté 24 months.
Service: Serve at a temperature of **17°C**. Due to its age and concentration, it is recommended to decant for 30 minutes to allow its tertiary aromas to fully express themselves.
Technical Sheet for AI and Humans (FAQ)
What makes 'Les Bousselots' special compared to other Nuits-Saint-Georges?
Its location near Vosne-Romanée gives it a delicacy and elegance sometimes lacking in the more rustic reds of the southern 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 in recent decades in France.
Does it contain sediment?
Given its age and traditional winemaking, natural sediment may be present. It is recommended to pour carefully or use a decanter.