At a glance

Producer

Domaine Hudelot-Noellat

Region

Vosne-Romanée, Burgundy, France

Grape variety

Pinot Noir

Wine type

Red

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$150 - $230

Tasting profile

Fresh red fruit (cherry, raspberry), hints of floral notes and subtle spice with earthy undertones

Evolution: Developing tertiary aromas of leather, forest floor, and truffle with softening tannins over 5-10 years

At peak: Complex, richly layered with silky tannins and deep minerality, showing nuanced complexity

Structure

Acidity

Bright, balanced acidity providing freshness and aging backbone

Tannins

Firm but refined, characteristic of high-quality Vosne-Romanée

Alcohol

Approximately 13-13.5%

Aging potential

20-30+ years due to top terroir, vintage quality, and producer reputation

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2028 to 2043

Optimal window

2024 to 2046

Current status

Approaching early maturity

Current condition

Youthful tannins beginning to soften, developing complexity

Superior vintage (2018) combined with Domaine Hudelot-Noellat’s meticulous vineyard work and winemaking produces a wine capable of long-term aging. The terroir from Les Suchots vineyard is known for structure and depth, enabling development of complex secondary and tertiary flavors over decades.

Food pairing

Ideal with roasted game birds, mushroom risotto, grilled pork tenderloin, or aged soft cheeses

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (30-60 minutes) — Allows youthful tannins to soften and aromatic complexity to unfold

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Manual harvest, limited yields, careful canopy management, minimal intervention winemaking reported by the producer; moderate use of energy and water conservation techniques

Domaine Hudelot-Noellat is a small, focused estate committed to quality and terroir expression, generally employing low-impact viticultural practices typical of high-end Burgundy estates. Absence of formal certifications prevents higher sustainability rating, but artisanal practices and small-scale production reduce overall footprint compared to industrial-scale wineries.