2018 Beaune Les Sizies
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Open and expressive, the 2018 Beaune 1er Cru Les Sizies bursts with aromas of cherries, smoked meats and forest floor. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, with a succulent core of fruit that's framed by supple, powdery tannins. This should drink well young.
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Julia Harding MW, jancisrobinson.com
Neal Martin
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Mid crimson. Fragrant and open with red fruits. Attractively dusty, perhaps a touch stemmy? Moreish, finely dry texture but polished. Slightly abrupt on the finish. (JH)
The 2018 Beaune Les Sizies 1er Cru is made with one-third whole cluster this year. It has a slightly smudged bouquet of raspberry and strawberry fruit that needs to attain more clarity by the time of bottling. The palate is well balanced with a fine bead of acidity that renders it much fresher and more tensile than the aromatics at the moment, although I would have liked a little more length.
About the producer
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.