2020 Beaune Greves
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The 2020 Beaune Grèves 1er Cru has a slightly confit-like bouquet with raspberry and bergamot. Wilted rose petals come through with time. The palate is medium-bodied with fleshy red fruit, gentle grip, hints of black pepper and allspice with a structured, slightly earthy finish, indicating some whole bunches. Not bad, though not long-term. Just a bit smudged compared to Bouchard's "Baby Jesus". Tasted blind at the Burgfest tasting.
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Cask sample. Rounded, ripe red fruits with firm but not dry or green tannins. Round with fresh minerality. (MH)
The 2020 Beaune Grèves 1er Cru is also one-third whole-cluster (based on fitting it on the cuve so it was more than intended). Dark berry fruit, a touch of black olive and hints of presses iris petal unfold on the nose. The palate is medium-bodied with firm tannins, granular in texture with a fresh, slightly chalky finish. Very fine. Closure: Diam
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Volnay’s Domaine de Montille is one of the most historic in the Côte d’Or. Founded in 1730, the property remains family-owned and run, with Etienne de Montille – the ninth generation – at the helm today.