Confuron Cotetidot Nuits Saint Georges 1er Cru Les Vignes-Rondes 2019

Confuron Cotetidot Nuits Saint Georges 1er Cru Les Vignes-Rondes 2019 is a prestigious red Burgundy, France, made from 100% Pinot Noir by one of the Côte de Nuits's most traditional producers, Domaine Confuron-Cotetidot. It comes from the renowned Premier Cru climat "Les Vignes-Rondes" and reflects the classic structured power of Nuits-Saint-Georges combined with striking floral finesse.

The Confurons — Yves, Jean-Pierre and patriarch Jacky — are the current generations of a very old Burgundy family, with mentions of the family even at the court of Louis XIV. The Domaine is run by Yves and Jean-Pierre, though its soul is Yves, who splits his time with Domaine de Courcel in Pommard. The family is very close and father Jacky always helps when he can. Several qualities make this producer special. First, unlike most Burgundy producers, Yves picks much later, waiting for the Pinot Noir to be fully ripe, and when it comes in he vinifies with 100% stems, seeking freshness and finesse. Second, a purist philosophy, with no interventions that harm the vineyard or the grapes, combined with almost obsessive rigour. The results are great wines that may at first seem "too" luscious, but become masterful after half a dozen years. As a curiosity, and an honour no other family has, there's a variety of Pinot Noir in Burgundy called Pinot Confuron.

Because of where Yves's vines are here, this again has a classic 'Vosne side' style and feel. Violets on the nose, some lovely dried red floral petals and interesting cheerful fruit too. More serious, more intense fruit power in the middle. Firm core, some leather and stones. Hard earthy minerality adds a sense of restraint, but this is broad and richly satisfying. Powerful flavour, elegant, smooth lines, a great 'Rondes' feel — impressive stuff.