Bachelet-Monnot Bourgogne Rouge 2023, from brothers Marc and Alexandre Bachelet’s multiple old-vine Pinot Noir plots across Hautes-Côtes de Beaune, Maranges and Puligny-Montrachet, delivers ripe, expressive Côte de Beaune character at village level. Aromas burst with red and black cherry, raspberry, dark plum alongside earthy forest floor, subtle vanilla and savoury spice – rich ruby purple with impressive depth.

On the palate, Bachelet-Monnot Bourgogne Rouge 2023 reveals medium-bodied silkiness, juicy ripe red fruits, fine pliant tannins, refreshing acidity and crunchy tannic structure that finishes long on blackberry, mineral freshness and subtle oak warmth. This benchmark Bourgogne sings with roast chicken, duck confit, mushroom risotto or pork tenderloin – a ripe, structured gem for immediate pleasure or patient cellaring.