Bourgogne Hautes-Côtes de Nuits
Dames Huguettes 2024
Some vineyards have the power to attract by their appearance alone, and it is evident that the Hautes-Côtes fall into this category…
Origin
This appellation is unique as it is considered to be a regional appellation although it is limited to a restricted area. The vineyards run parallel to those of the Côte de Nuits (to the west), but are higher in altitude (between 290 and 450 metres). Over 510 ha are planted with the Pinot Noir grape. The soil resembles that of the Côte de Nuits (limestone and marl).
“Les Dames Huguettes” is without a doubt one of the best terroirs in the Hautes-Côtes as it is located just a few hundred metres from the Nuits-Saint-Georges appellation.
Viticulture
Grape variety: pinot noir
Soils: lean, very calcareous and marly.
Orientation: South/South-East
Surface area under vine: 1.8 ha
Pruning: high and low vine with Guyot system
Yield: 28 hL/ha
Average age of the vines: 45 years old.
Vinification
Harvest date: 25 & 27 September 2024.
The grapes were sorted a first time in the vineyard and a second time on the sorting table when they arrived at the winery.
At the winery: the grapes are 75% de-stemmed but not crushed (they are left whole) and are gravity-fed into tanks. Maceration lasted 20 days including 3 days of cold maceration (12°C). Fermentation used indigenous yeasts only (no additives such as enzymes or tannins were used. 5 punchings of the cap.
Ageing
Maturation: aged on the lees for 13 months with no racking using a proportion of 40% new French oak barrels.
Barrels: French oak barrels that had been toasted at low temperatures for a long time for very delicate oaking.
Bottling
Bottling: by gravity on December 17, 2025, unfined wine, light lenticular filtration.
Number of bottles: 6,655.
Vintage
Elegant and Structured
The 2024 vintage, marked by limited sunshine and frequent rainfall, required constant attention in the vineyard. At Les Ursulines, meticulous sorting allowed the selection of the most promising grapes (with very low yields in red), fully expressing the qualitative potential of the harvest. The result meets our highest expectations: the whites display beautiful freshness and acidity, while the reds reveal intense fruit character and supple tannins.
Ageing potential: between 4 to 6 years.
Tasting notes
The deep ruby color with garnet reflections reveals a nose that opens with aromas of stewed fruits (black cherry and plum), enhanced by spicy notes and supported by elegant oak. On the palate, the structure is well defined, with a clean attack, present tannins, and generous fruit. The finish, marked by lively acidity, brings freshness and balance. A full-bodied wine with a refined texture.
