Beaune Premier Cru 'Les Grèves', Domaine de Montille, 2023
Beaune Premier Cru 'Les Grèves', Domaine de Montille, 2023
- Red Still
- Pinot Noir
- Organic
- Biodynamic
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The 2023 vintage reflects a year of moderate warmth with consistent sunshine, leading to steady, well-paced ripening. Although temperatures weren’t extreme, the shift to warmer nights and milder days contributed to extended growing periods. This translated into wines that are strikingly fresh, with lower alcohol levels, vivid acidity, and vibrant character—brighter and more approachable compared to recent years.
"Iron- and clay-rich soils on mid-slope sandy limestone provide complexity for this wine. Over one-third whole cluster and 20% new oak lend silky tannins and exceptional concentration. With crisp, crunchy strawberries, bright acidity, and seamless integration, it’s a stunning reflection of the vintage."
Our note
Both red and white wines achieved impressive yields, the largest ever recorded for the estate, with terroir expression and balance shining through. For reds, comparisons to the 2017 vintage are apt, showcasing elegance and precision. Whites carry their hallmark freshness and minerality, further underscored by the decision to reduce the percentage of new oak due to the larger volumes produced.
Drinking window: 2027 - 2045
What the critics say:
"Tasted three times, this was slow to open. However, with time, a ripe, satisfying mulberry fruit with hints of oak spice and earth develop. The texture is fresh and lively, seemingly not as deep as the other Beaune premiers crus, although the complexity and elegance begin to come through near the end of ageing. The grapes are from 1.26ha near Bouchard's Baby Jesus vineyard (Vigne de l'Enfant Jesus) in sandy soils laced with iron-rich clay over limestone."
"50% whole bunch vinification. Attractive lighter purple, deliciously perfumed, full of both ripe raspberry fruit and energy behind, good Grèves gravelly tannins and some acidity. Tasted Oct 2024 ****"
