Domaine Dubreuil Fontaine Pernand Vergelesses Rouge 2021 is a bright, village‑level Pinot Noir from the cool slopes behind Corton, showing that lovely mix of red fruit and earthy savouriness that makes Pernand such an insider’s commune in the Côte de Beaune. It’s a wine that feels understated yet quietly serious.

In the glass, expect lifted red cherry, raspberry and rosehip, hints of beetroot, light spice and a touch of undergrowth, carried on fresh acidity and fine, slightly rustic tannins that give a gently chewy, “bucolic” edge. Medium‑bodied, lively and more about crunch and energy than plushness, it drinks beautifully with a short splash‑decant. This is classic cool‑site Burgundy rather than a fruit bomb.

Food‑wise, Pernand Vergelesses Rouge 2021 is spot‑on with roasted pork, grilled sausages, coq au vin, duck breast or a simple roast chook, and it handles mushroom dishes and rustic terrines nicely too. From the cheese board, reach for creamy, washed‑rind or soft cow’s milk cheeses. Drink over the next 3–6 years while that bright, savoury Pinot fruit is front and centre.