Damien Gachot may work the vineyards of the lesser known Côtes de Nuits Villages appellation, but he works his vines as if they were premier cru fruit from Nuits-Saint-Georges. This fifth-generation vigneron and his Danish wife, Lise, farm twelve hectares in the village of Corgoloin, in between Nuits-Saint-Georges and Beaune. In the most competitive market for Pinot Noir in the world, it is not an easy feat making a wine taste better than the pedigree of its soil would allow. Damien’s genius is found in his ability to balance traditional philosophies in the vineyards and respect of terroir with more contemporary methodologies in the cellar. 

All grapes are harvested by hand. 100% de-stemming of the grapes. Grapes are vinified traditionally in cement tank for anywhere between 10-15 days, depending on cuvée and vintage. Aged in barrel (20-30% of which are new) for up to 18 months before bottling.

Gallys note: These are part of the well regarded Kermit Lynch importers portfolio and they say " The wines of Gachot-Monot represent some of the best values in our portfolio – not because they are the least expensive, but because they offer an outstanding price-to-quality ratio. "

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