2017 Leroy Nuits-Saint-Georges
| Type of Wine | |
|---|---|
| Country | France |
| Region | |
| Appellation | |
| Winery | |
| Vintage | 2017 |
| Grape | |
| Content (Alc) | 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.
Specifications
| Packing information | Box |
|---|---|
| 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 | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Parker rating | 91 |
| Tasting Profiles | Aards, Boers, Complex, Droog, Fruitig, Houtgerijpt, Mineraal, Rood fruit, Soepel |
| Drink moments | Cadeau!, Lekker luxe, Met vrienden, Open haard, Romantisch |
Professional Reviews
Parker
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 a legendary and prestigious wine producer based in Burgundy, France. The origins of the domain can be traced back to the Maison Leroy, a négociant (wine merchant) founded by François Leroy at the end of the 19th century.
History of Leroy
The domain was founded in 1988 by Lalou Bize-Leroy, although it has historical roots dating back to the end of the 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 best and most sought-after wines in the region. Lalou Bize-Leroy, Lalou is a nickname, took over the domain and transformed it into a highly respected estate that produces both red and white Burgundy wines.
Difference between Domaine and Maison
Maison Leroy operated primarily as a négociant, meaning it purchased grapes, juice, or wine from various vineyards and growers in Burgundy. They then vinified and blended these components to create their own wines under the Maison Leroy label. Maison Leroy was known for producing a wide range of Burgundian wines, often focusing on value-driven or more accessible options alongside some more expensive selections.
Domaine Leroy is a more recent initiative founded by Lalou Bize-Leroy in 1988. Domaine Leroy is an estate that owns and manages its own vineyards. Lalou Bize-Leroy is known for her unique approach to viticulture and wine making. Domaine Leroy focuses on producing top quality wines from the vineyards owned by the estate. These wines are considered among the best and rarest in Burgundy. Production at Domaine Leroy is limited and the wines are highly sought after, known for their exceptional quality and potential. Some of Domaine Leroy's most famous wines are those from the Romanée-Conti and Richebourg vineyards.
In summary, Maison Leroy is the original family wine company that operated as a négociant and produced a range of Burgundian wines, while Domaine Leroy is a newer venture led by Lalou Bize-Leroy, focusing on estate-owned vineyards and some of the most produces productive wines. The two labels coexist, but Domaine Leroy is known for its premium and terroir-driven offering, while Maison Leroy has traditionally focused on a broader spectrum of Burgundian wines.
Leroy's Production
Domaine Leroy is known for its commitment to biodynamic agricultural practices. Lalou Bize-Leroy is a pioneer in the field of biodynamics and is known for her meticulous attention to every detail of the winemaking process, from the vineyard to the bottle. The domain 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's 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 rarest 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 Burgundian enthusiasts and collectors.
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.
| Packing information | Box |
|---|---|
| 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 | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Parker rating | 91 |
| Tasting Profiles | Aards, Boers, Complex, Droog, Fruitig, Houtgerijpt, Mineraal, Rood fruit, Soepel |
| Drink moments | Cadeau!, Lekker luxe, Met vrienden, Open haard, Romantisch |
Parker
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 a legendary and prestigious wine producer based in Burgundy, France. The origins of the domain can be traced back to the Maison Leroy, a négociant (wine merchant) founded by François Leroy at the end of the 19th century.
History of Leroy
The domain was founded in 1988 by Lalou Bize-Leroy, although it has historical roots dating back to the end of the 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 best and most sought-after wines in the region. Lalou Bize-Leroy, Lalou is a nickname, took over the domain and transformed it into a highly respected estate that produces both red and white Burgundy wines.
Difference between Domaine and Maison
Maison Leroy operated primarily as a négociant, meaning it purchased grapes, juice, or wine from various vineyards and growers in Burgundy. They then vinified and blended these components to create their own wines under the Maison Leroy label. Maison Leroy was known for producing a wide range of Burgundian wines, often focusing on value-driven or more accessible options alongside some more expensive selections.
Domaine Leroy is a more recent initiative founded by Lalou Bize-Leroy in 1988. Domaine Leroy is an estate that owns and manages its own vineyards. Lalou Bize-Leroy is known for her unique approach to viticulture and wine making. Domaine Leroy focuses on producing top quality wines from the vineyards owned by the estate. These wines are considered among the best and rarest in Burgundy. Production at Domaine Leroy is limited and the wines are highly sought after, known for their exceptional quality and potential. Some of Domaine Leroy's most famous wines are those from the Romanée-Conti and Richebourg vineyards.
In summary, Maison Leroy is the original family wine company that operated as a négociant and produced a range of Burgundian wines, while Domaine Leroy is a newer venture led by Lalou Bize-Leroy, focusing on estate-owned vineyards and some of the most produces productive wines. The two labels coexist, but Domaine Leroy is known for its premium and terroir-driven offering, while Maison Leroy has traditionally focused on a broader spectrum of Burgundian wines.
Leroy's Production
Domaine Leroy is known for its commitment to biodynamic agricultural practices. Lalou Bize-Leroy is a pioneer in the field of biodynamics and is known for her meticulous attention to every detail of the winemaking process, from the vineyard to the bottle. The domain 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's 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 rarest 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 Burgundian enthusiasts and collectors.