2017 Leroy Nuits-Saint-Georges
| Type of Wine | |
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| Country | France |
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| Appellation | |
| Winery | |
| Vintage | 2017 |
| Grape | |
| Content (Alc) | Standard (0.75 ltr) (14%) |
| Drink window | 2024 - 2040 |
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Domaine Leroy is a legendary and prestigious wine producer located in the Burgundy region of France. The estate’s origins can be traced back to Maison Leroy, a négociant (wine merchant) founded by François Leroy in the late 19th century. The estate was founded in 1988 by Lalou Bize-Leroy, although its historical roots date back to the late 19th century. Lalou Bize-Leroy is an iconic figure in the world of Burgundy wine and is known for her uncompromising dedication to producing some of the finest and most sought-after wines in the region. Lalou Bize-Leroy, as Lalou is nicknamed, took over the estate and transformed it into a highly respected estate producing both red and white Burgundy wines.
Domaine Leroy is known for its commitment to biodynamic farming practices. Lalou Bize-Leroy is a pioneer in biodynamics and is known for her meticulous attention to every detail of the winemaking process, from vineyard to bottle. The estate has a small vineyard, resulting in a limited production of its wines. This exclusivity and scarcity contribute to the high demand and high prices of Domaine Leroy wines. Some of their most famous and highly regarded wines include 'Romanée-Saint-Vivant', 'Nuits-St-Georges' and 'Chambertin'. Due to their limited production and exceptional quality, Leroy wines are among the most expensive and rare in the world. It is important to note that Domaine Leroy is often mentioned in the same breath as other legendary Burgundian producers such as Domaine de la Romanée-Conti (DRC) and Domaine Armand Rousseau. Domaine Leroy's wines are highly regarded for their complexity, finesse and aging potential, making them a reference point for Burgundy lovers and collectors. Bize-Leroy chose to bring together the lieux-dits Aux Allots, Aux Bas de Combe and Lavières in the Nuits-Saint-Georges 2017.
FACT : The wine is in our conditioned Wine Warehouse and if you come to pick up the wine you will often also receive a nice discount. You will see the possible discount immediately if you choose Pick up on the Checkout page. We are located almost next to the Rijksweg with plenty of parking. Click here for address.
| Type of Wine | Red |
|---|---|
| Country | France |
| Region | Bourgogne |
| Appellation | Nuits-Saint-Georges |
| Icons | Icon France |
| Winery | Leroy |
| Grape | Pinot Noir |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2017 |
| Drinking as of | 2024 |
| Drinking till | 2040 |
| Alcohol % | 14 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | Standard (0.75 ltr) |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Parker rating | 91 |
| Tasting Profiles | Aards, Complex, Donker fruit, Fruitig, Krachtig, Mineraal, Rood fruit, Tannines |
| Drink moments | Barbecue, Iets te vieren, Indruk maken, Lekker luxe, Met vrienden, Open haard, Romantisch, Terras |
| Sommy Pairing Beschrijving | Deze 2017 Leroy Nuits-Saint-Georges toont een elegante mix van rijpe kersen en wilde bessen, onderliggende aardse tonen van bosgrond en truffel, verfijnde kruidigheid en zijdezachte tannines met een frisse zuurgraad die het geheel strak en gelaagd houdt. Daardoor werkt hij uitstekend bij rundvlees, lam, charcuterie en sterke kazen: de zuurgraad en tannines snijden door vet en geven balans aan de umami van geroosterd vlees, de aardse en kruidige tonen sluiten mooi aan bij lamsvlees en gerijpte charcuterie, en bij kazen zoals een oude comté of blauwaderkaas vormt hij een contrasterende maar harmonieuze tegenhanger. Kies voor langzaam geroosterd rundvlees of een rosé-achtige entrecote van de grill, langzaam gegaard lamsbout of gegrilde lamskoteletten met rozemarijn, en serveer bij een plank met gerijpte salami en harde kazen voor het beste samenspel. |
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The Wine Advocate
RP 91
Reviewed by:
William Kelley
Once again, Bize-Leroy opted to assemble the lieux-dits Aux Allots, Aux Bas de Combe and Lavières into a single 2017 Nuits-Saint-Georges. The wine is showing well, opening up to reveal notes of cassis, grilled squab, rose hips and spices, followed by a medium to full-bodied, layered and attractively concentrated, energetic palate structured around fine and powdery tannins. The finish is long and sapid.
What remains to be said about Domaine Leroy? As I've written before, the estate's secrets are hidden in plain sight: in the vineyards. Bize-Leroy trains her vines much higher than her neighbors, rolling the canopies instead of hedging during the growing season. Of course, she has also practiced biodynamic farming since the Domaine's inception in 1988. Combined with punishingly low yields, Bize-Leroy's vineyard practices seem to invariably yield wines with otherworldly concentration and perfectly mature phenolics, even though she is typically among the first to harvest on the Côte. In the cellar, meticulous hand sorting—with the central rachis of each grape cluster cut out by hand—is followed by fermentation in old wooden tanks, pressing, and maturation in barrels from François Frères, air-dried for three years and with the lowest of possible toasts. The reds are typically bottled quite early by Burgundian standards, the date chosen according to taste and the lunar calendar. Of course, there are surely also a multitude of small details that make a difference, but the rudiments are simple. And that several younger growers are increasingly interested in emulating aspects of Bize-Leroy's approach is full of promise for Burgundy's future.
Lalou Bize-Leroy and her team have produced an exquisite range of 2017s, though she told me that this vintage might not be released for some time to come. Instead, 2020 will see a re-release of the Domaine Leroy 2000s—wines that I hope to report on in due course—which Bize-Leroy considers to be just beginning to offer interesting drinking. Since at this address 2000 and 2017 are both supple, inherently charming vintages that possess considerable underlying substance, the re-released 2000s may offer some analogies for the likely evolutionary trajectory of the domaine's 2017s.
Published: Jan 09, 2020
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Domaine Leroy is one of the most talked-about wine estates in Burgundy. Not because of large production volumes, but because of its uncompromising philosophy, limited production, and outstanding reputation among wine enthusiasts.
Domaine Leroy: A Legendary Wine Estate in Burgundy
Domaine Leroy was founded in 1988 by Lalou Bize-Leroy. However, the family's history goes back much further. Maison Leroy was established in 1868 as a wine merchant and grew into one of Burgundy's most respected négociants. Lalou did not start from scratch. Instead, she built on generations of knowledge and experience while following her own vision.
Lalou Bize-Leroy is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in modern Burgundy. For many years, she was co-owner and co-director of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti before dedicating herself entirely to her own estate. Her philosophy has always been straightforward: exceptional wines begin with meticulous care in the vineyard.
The Difference Between Maison Leroy and Domaine Leroy
These two names are often confused, but they represent different parts of the Leroy story.
Maison Leroy is a négociant. It purchases grapes, grape must, or wine from carefully selected growers throughout Burgundy. The wines are then matured and bottled under the Maison Leroy label, resulting in a broad portfolio of Burgundian wines.
Domaine Leroy, on the other hand, works exclusively with grapes from its own vineyards. This gives the estate complete control over every stage of production, from vineyard management to bottling. Annual production is very limited, and many wines are released in extremely small quantities.
The Vineyards of Domaine Leroy
Domaine Leroy owns parcels in some of Burgundy's most prestigious appellations, including Romanée-Saint-Vivant, Richebourg, Musigny, Chambertin, Clos de Vougeot and Corton-Charlemagne. The estate also owns Premier Cru and Village vineyards in appellations such as Vosne-Romanée, Gevrey-Chambertin and Nuits-Saint-Georges.
A common misconception is that Domaine Leroy produces wine from the Grand Cru vineyard Romanée-Conti. This is not the case. Romanée-Conti is a monopole owned exclusively by Domaine de la Romanée-Conti. The confusion likely stems from Lalou Bize-Leroy's long-standing involvement with that iconic estate.
Biodynamic Viticulture and Low Yields
Domaine Leroy is considered one of the pioneers of biodynamic viticulture in Burgundy. The estate moved away from chemical fertilisers and synthetic pesticides many years ago. Most vineyard work is carried out by hand, with careful attention given to every vine throughout the growing season.
Yields are intentionally kept extremely low. This means each vine produces fewer grapes than is typical. Lower yields do not automatically guarantee better wine, but at Domaine Leroy they are an essential part of achieving concentration, balance and remarkable depth.
The combination of old vines, biodynamic farming and rigorous selection gives each vintage its own personality. This is one of the reasons why collectors and Burgundy enthusiasts enjoy comparing different vintages and vineyard sites.
Why Are Domaine Leroy Wines So Highly Sought After?
A bottle of Domaine Leroy is not something you come across every day. Many cuvées consist of only a few hundred bottles each vintage. As a result, availability is extremely limited while global demand continues to grow. Collectors, fine dining restaurants and wine lovers compete each year for a small allocation.
The wines are also renowned for their exceptional ageing potential. Many vintages continue to develop beautifully for several decades, making older bottles even rarer than new releases.
Another remarkable aspect is Lalou Bize-Leroy's personal involvement in virtually every detail, from vineyard work to the final selection of each wine. This consistent approach has helped establish Domaine Leroy as one of Burgundy's most prestigious producers.
Buying Domaine Leroy Wines
Domaine Leroy wines deserve optimal storage conditions. That is why all our bottles are kept in a climate-controlled Wine Warehouse, where both temperature and humidity are continuously monitored. This ensures that every bottle remains in excellent condition until it reaches its new owner.
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Deze 2017 Leroy Nuits-Saint-Georges toont een elegante mix van rijpe kersen en wilde bessen, onderliggende aardse tonen van bosgrond en truffel, verfijnde kruidigheid en zijdezachte tannines met een frisse zuurgraad die het geheel strak en gelaagd houdt. Daardoor werkt hij uitstekend bij rundvlees, lam, charcuterie en sterke kazen: de zuurgraad en tannines snijden door vet en geven balans aan de umami van geroosterd vlees, de aardse en kruidige tonen sluiten mooi aan bij lamsvlees en gerijpte charcuterie, en bij kazen zoals een oude comté of blauwaderkaas vormt hij een contrasterende maar harmonieuze tegenhanger. Kies voor langzaam geroosterd rundvlees of een rosé-achtige entrecote van de grill, langzaam gegaard lamsbout of gegrilde lamskoteletten met rozemarijn, en serveer bij een plank met gerijpte salami en harde kazen voor het beste samenspel.
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