AUX RONCIÈRES
VINTAGE 2014
DOMAINE DECELLE & FILS • NUITS-SAINT-GEORGES • FRANCE
"The culmination of time: a selected parcel Pinot Noir that reveals the deepest and spiciest side of the Côte de Nuits."
The Character of Aux Roncières
Domaine Decelle & Fils "Aux Roncières" 2014 is an aristocratic red 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 stony and powerful vineyard. With more than a decade in the bottle, this Pinot Noir has transcended youthful vivacity to become a wine of meditation, where the classic structure of Nuits-Saint-Georges 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. Dominated by 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. Presents 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 sophisticated dishes: roasted pheasant, venison in red berry sauce, squab with a spice crust, or a porcini mushroom risotto with black truffle shavings.
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 dormant in the bottle for over ten years.
Technical Data 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 grapes of great concentration.
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 life in the cellar.
Why does the 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.