Beaune 1er Cru Rouge 2008, Louis Jadot
Fruity / France / 2008
Made from a blend of wines from a range of Premier Cru vineyards, this is an excellent quality Pinot Noir. Matured in French barriques for 16 months, the wine displays a fine balance between tight structure and softness. Hints of violets on the nose are followed by delicious savoury, fleshy red fruit on the palate, held together with remarkably approachable tannins. Great to drink in its youth, but will also improve in bottle for up to a decade.