2022 Maison Evenstad Nuits-Saint-Georges Aux Croix Rouges

The 2022 Maison Evenstad Nuits-Saint-Georges Aux Croix Rouges is a refined white Burgundy that brings a fresh, modern touch to one of the Côte de Nuits’ most storied villages. Crafted in limited quantities, it offers a precise, mineral-driven expression of Chardonnay from a site better known for its reds, making this bottling both distinctive and quietly collectible. This cuvée reflects Maison Evenstad’s commitment to uniting Burgundian heritage with meticulous, contemporary winemaking.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, this Nuits-Saint-Georges white shows a pale straw to light gold hue, bright and limpid, with a delicate shimmer that hints at its youthful energy. The nose opens with citrus blossom, lemon zest, and crisp green apple, followed by layers of white flowers, chalky minerality, and a touch of fresh almond and subtle oak spice. On the palate, the wine is precise and vibrant, with a taut, citrus-led core that is framed by a fine, linear acidity. Notes of lemon curd, pear, and stone fruits unfold over a backbone of wet stone and subtle saline nuances, giving it a distinctly Côte de Nuits edge. Gentle, well-judged oak adds texture rather than weight, offering hints of vanilla pod and hazelnut without overshadowing the fruit. The finish is long, clean, and mineral, suggesting a solid aging window of 5–8 years, during which additional complexity of honey, brioche, and nuttiness is likely to emerge.

Production
Sourced from the Aux Croix Rouges lieu-dit in Nuits-Saint-Georges, this wine reflects the stony, limestone-rich soils and cooler exposures that favor a focused, mineral style of Chardonnay. Yields are typically kept low, and grapes are harvested by hand to ensure careful selection of only the healthiest, ripest bunches. In the cellar, gentle pressing preserves purity and finesse, with fermentation taking place in temperature-controlled vessels, followed by élevage in French oak barrels—only a portion of them new—to bring texture, aromatic complexity, and length while keeping the wine’s fresh, terroir-driven character front and center.

Food & Serving
This 2022 Nuits-Saint-Georges Aux Croix Rouges is an excellent match for refined, delicately flavored dishes such as poached turbot, roasted cod, scallops in a light beurre blanc, or creamy shellfish pastas. It also pairs beautifully with roast chicken, veal in white wine sauce, and Burgundy classics like jambon persillé, as well as aged, firm cheeses such as Comté or Beaufort. Serve at 10–12°C (50–54°F) to showcase its freshness and aromatics; a brief 20–30 minute opening or a gentle splash into a small carafe can help the wine unfurl its floral and mineral notes without losing tension.

Producer
Maison Evenstad is the Burgundian outpost of the Evenstad family, well known for their work with Pinot Noir and Chardonnay in Oregon, and for their dedication to crafting terroir-expressive, estate-driven wines. In Burgundy, their aim is to honor the region’s centuries-old traditions while applying a rigorous, quality-first approach from vineyard to bottle. By focusing on carefully chosen sites and meticulous farming, Maison Evenstad has quickly established itself as a serious player in the region, producing wines that bridge New World precision and Old World finesse, with a growing reputation among collectors and Burgundy enthusiasts alike.

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