Nuits-Saint-Georges is a wine region in Burgundy, France, known for its red wines produced from the Pinot Noir grape variety. The Nuits-Saint-Georges AOC is one of the most recognized classifications within this region, and the requirements for the wines in this category are strict and define the high quality of the wines.
To obtain Nuits-Saint-Georges AOC status, the wines must meet the following requirements:
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Geography: The wines must be produced within the specific areas of Nuits-Saint-Georges, and their unique terroir must be able to be tasted in the wines.
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Grape variety: The wines must be produced from Pinot Noir grapes grown in Nuits-Saint-Georges.
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Vinification: The wines must be produced using traditional methods specific to Burgundy.
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Alcohol percentage: The wines must have a minimum alcohol percentage of 12.5%.
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Aging: The grapes used for wine production must be ripe and have achieved a minimum graduation.
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Production limitation: There is a limit to how much wine can be produced per year. hectares, and the wine producers must follow these limits closely.
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Analysis and tasting: The wines must undergo extensive analysis and tasting before they can achieve Nuits-Saint-Georges AOC status.
These requirements ensure that the Nuits-Saint-Georges AOC wines are of high quality and have a unique flavor and aroma characteristic of this region.
