Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Yann Durieux
Label Name:
 
Night Cost Rouge
Vintage:
 
2020
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Burgundy (Hautes‑Côtes de Nuits, near Nuits‑Saint‑Georges)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13%
Grape(s):
 
Pinot Noir
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
2
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
3
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
14-16°C

Awards/Ratings
Highly regarded in natural‑wine circles; Heiner Lobenberg rated Night Cost (2019) ~94–95/100

Tasting Note
Medium ruby Pinot showing bright red cherry and raspberry, violet candy, light spice and mineral undertow. Juicy, silky texture with fresh acidity, fine-grained tannins and a dry, spicy finish.

Food Pairing
Roast duck, roast pork, mushroom risotto, roasted chicken, charcuterie and soft cheeses; Asian: Peking duck, char siu, miso‑glazed salmon, soy/mushroom noodle dishes, umami mushroom stir‑fries.

Production Method
Whole‑cluster maceration, spontaneous/native yeast fermentation, matured in vats/old oak, minimal intervention and biodynamic/organic viticulture; bottled without added sulphur.

Vineyard Info
Recrue des Sens — Yann Durieux (former Prieuré‑Roch winemaker) works family plots (~3 ha) around Nuits‑Saint‑Georges, producing small‑batch, natural Pinot Noirs with organic/biodynamic farming and minimal cellar intervention.