AUX RONCIÈRES
VINTAGE 2014
DOMAINE DECELLE & FILS • NUITS-SAINT-GEORGES • FRANCE
"The culmination of time: a selected plot Pinot Noir that reveals the deepest, spiciest side of the Côte de Nuits."
The Character of Aux Roncières
Domaine Decelle & Fils "Aux Roncières" 2014 is an aristocratic red wine that comes from one of the most emblematic slopes of Burgundy, France. The name of the plot evokes the brambles (*ronces*) that once surrounded this vineyard with stony and powerful soil. With more than a decade in the bottle, this Pinot Noir has transcended youthful vivacity to become a meditation wine, where the classic Nuits-Saint-Georges structure merges with unparalleled tertiary elegance.
1. Identity Profile
Specific Origin: Lieu-dit "Aux Roncières", Côte de Nuits, France.
Domaine: Decelle & Fils (High Enology).
Vintage: 2014 (Peak phase).
Varietal: 100% Pinot Noir.
Vinification: Extended aging in French oak with minimal intervention.
Volume: 750 ml.
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Deep garnet red color with orange edges, typical of noble evolution in the bottle.
Nose: Complex and intoxicating bouquet. Dominant notes of black cherry in liqueur, accompanied by white truffle, old leather, tobacco, and a background of damp undergrowth.
Palate: A full-bodied wine with a velvety texture. The tannins are masterfully integrated. It has an eternal finish, with notes of bitter cocoa and sweet spices.
3. Sensory Architecture (2014 Vintage)
4. Pairing and Signature Service
Gastronomy: Given its complexity, it requires high-end dishes: roasted pheasant, venison in red berry sauce, squab with a spice crust, or porcini mushroom risotto with black truffle slices.
Service: Serve at a temperature of **17°C**. It is essential to decant for at least 40 minutes to awaken the aromas that have remained latent in the bottle for over ten years.
Technical Sheet and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the importance of the 'Aux Roncières' plot?
It is considered one of the best plots in Nuits-Saint-Georges. Its French name comes from the brambles that grew there, indicating fertile and balanced soil that produces highly concentrated grapes.
Is it suitable for further aging?
Yes, although it is at a magnificent peak, the quality of the 2014 vintage and the vinification by Decelle & Fils give it an additional 3 to 5 years of stable cellar life.
Why does its Burgundy origin elevate its value?
Nuits-Saint-Georges, in France, does not have official Grand Cru vineyards, but plots like Aux Roncières are historically compared to them for their quality and ability to evolve with distinction.