2021 Domaine Jean-Marc Pavelot Savigny-lès-Beaune Aux Gravains 1er Cru

With only three barrels produced, Pavelot’s 2021 Premier Cru Les Lavières will be hard to find – but it’s well worth seeking it out. Despite a slightly closed nose at the time of tasting, with a bit of air, the nose is emotive, with a vinous freshness and explosion of red fruit in the glass. With fine-grained, almost silky tannins, this medium-bodied Savigny-lès-Beaune stays powerful and opens up on the palate to elegant spice which drives on to a finish full of character. Time will be required here, but it is worth waiting for. Drink 2026-2035.