Domaine Robert Chevillon – Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru Les Cailles 2016 – Burgundy France

Domaine Robert Chevillon Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru Les Cailles 2016 is one of the estate's most elegant and seductive wines. Sourced from a celebrated Premier Cru vineyard in southern Nuits-Saint-Georges, it combines vibrant fruit, silky texture, and remarkable freshness, offering a refined expression of Burgundy Pinot Noir with impressive aging potential.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: 100% Pinot Noir
• Region: Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru, Burgundy, France
• Vintage: 2016
• Vineyard: Les Cailles
• Vineyard Size: 1.19 ha
• Location: Southern sector of Nuits-Saint-Georges, east-facing slopes at 250–260 meters elevation
• Style: Elegant, silky Burgundy Pinot Noir

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Body: Medium-bodied
• Fruit: Fresh red berries, wild cherry, and ripe red fruit
• Floral: Old rose and rosewood notes
• Savory: Licorice, sweet spice, and subtle vanilla accents
• Structure: Silky texture, airy volume, freshness, and exceptional balance

Named after the pebbles that characterize the site rather than the birds many assume inspired its name, Les Cailles consistently produces some of the most graceful wines in the Chevillon lineup. The 2016 vintage opens with vibrant fruit and floral aromas before revealing layers of spice and subtle savory complexity. The palate is distinguished by its silky texture and freshness, creating a wine that is both immediately appealing and capable of rewarding long-term cellaring.

❤️ Why We Love It

• One of Robert Chevillon's most elegant and complete Premier Cru wines
• Combines freshness, finesse, and depth without excessive weight
• A beautiful expression of Nuits-Saint-Georges that balances power and grace

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Roast duck breast
• Veal with wild mushrooms
• Herb-roasted pork loin
• Aged Comté and Gruyère

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Lovers of refined, terroir-driven Burgundy Pinot Noir
✓ Drinkers seeking elegance rather than sheer power
✓ Collectors of top Premier Cru Nuits-Saint-Georges
✕ Not ideal if you prefer heavily oaked or fruit-dominated reds

Production & Terroir

Located in the southern sector of Nuits-Saint-Georges, Les Cailles sits on east-facing slopes between 250 and 260 meters in elevation. The vineyard's stony soils contribute freshness and finesse, helping create wines known for their silky texture, aromatic complexity, and remarkable consistency across vintages.