Hubert Lignier Morey St Denis 1Er Chaffots 2020Sourced from a 45 are parcel planted in 1968, perched just above the Clos Saint Denis Premier Cru at 330 metres, this 1er Cru Chaffots benefits from a sun drenched, east southeast facing slope and cooling valley breezes. The 2020 shows deep, intense colour, with a refined bouquet of black cherry, plum, subtle spice, forest floor and cedar. The palate is taut and precise, layered with ripe, mature tannins, vibrant acidity and a long, mineral driven

duck or vegetable driven dishes

Fermented in vats and aged 18–20 months in oak

balanced acidity

or mushroom-based dishes to highlight its silky texture and classic Pinot Noir character from Burgundy’s Côte de Beaune

the 2022 Clos de la Maréchale Rouge from Domaine Mugnier highlights why this monopole is considered one of the most important sites in Nuits Saint Georges

The wine has an iridescent ruby red colour and an elegant nose

grown on the volcanic soils of Côte du Py

with a core of ripe red fruit wrapped around fine

you can expect a mouthwatering pure Gris with texture

roasted poultry or mushroom dishes

mineral edge

but also gloriously drinkable