Domaine Jayer-Gilles Hautes-Cotes de Nuits 2016

Jayer-Gilles Hautes-Côtes de Nuits 2016 is a refined expression of white Burgundy from one of the region’s most traditional families. Sourced from the cooler, higher-elevation slopes above the famed Côte de Nuits, this wine offers a vibrant, mineral-driven style with real depth and character. It is an excellent choice for those seeking an authentic Burgundy experience from a smaller, quality-focused domaine.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, the 2016 Hautes-Côtes de Nuits shows a pale to medium lemon-gold hue with a bright, youthful sheen. The nose is lifted and precise, offering aromas of citrus blossom, lemon zest and ripe pear, layered with notes of white peach, crushed stones, subtle hazelnut and a touch of buttered brioche with air. On the palate, the wine is medium-bodied and finely textured, balancing ripe orchard and citrus fruit with a lively line of acidity. Flavours of green apple, Meyer lemon and fresh pear are wrapped in delicate hints of almond, chalky minerality and a gentle creaminess from its time on lees. The finish is long, mouthwatering and elegant, making it both food-friendly and highly drinkable. Enjoy now for its energy and purity, or cellar for another 3–6 years to develop more nutty, honeyed complexity.

Production
This Hautes-Côtes de Nuits white is sourced from higher-altitude vineyards in Burgundy’s northern heartland, where cooler nights and well-drained limestone-clay soils naturally preserve freshness and highlight minerality. Grapes are typically harvested by hand at optimal ripeness to ensure careful selection in the vineyard. In the cellar, Jayer-Gilles vinifies with a classic Burgundian approach: gentle pressing, fermentation in temperature-controlled conditions (often with a portion in oak barrels), and maturation on fine lees to build texture and complexity while maintaining clarity of fruit and terroir expression.

Food & Serving
This wine is a natural partner for refined yet simply prepared dishes such as grilled sea bass, seared scallops, poached turbot, roast chicken with herbs, or creamy seafood pastas. It also pairs beautifully with soft-ripened cheeses like Brie or Chaource and lighter goat cheeses. Serve at 10–12°C to highlight its freshness and aromatic complexity. A brief 15–20 minutes in a carafe can help the wine open up, especially if served within its first few years after release.

Producer
Domaine Jayer-Gilles is a respected family estate in the Côte de Nuits, known for its traditional, meticulous approach to viticulture and winemaking. While the region is famed for its grands crus further down the slope, Jayer-Gilles has long championed the potential of the Hautes-Côtes, crafting wines that combine Burgundian typicity with accessible charm and value. The domaine’s dedication to low yields, careful vineyard work and detail-oriented cellar practices has earned it a loyal following among Burgundy enthusiasts who seek characterful, terroir-driven wines from less-traveled corners of this historic region.

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