Beaune Grèves, 1er Cru, 2016
Well exposed and well drained, an early ripening plot that sits above L’Enfant Jesus. Ripe, round, plum and berry fruits with background asian spice notes supported by a finely-etched, gripping tannic framework. A mid slope, south east facing parcel planted on sandy clay and limestone soils spread over one hectare, a part planted in the 60s, the remainder in the 80s.
critic reviews
The 2016 Beaune Grèves 1er Cru has an outgoing, slightly earthy bouquet with hints of truffle interlacing the red berry fruit. The palate is more forward than expected, displaying some softening of tannins though not loose-knit. There is decent concentration although it is missing the finesse and mineralité of some of the better Beaune wines. Possibly picked a day or two tardy? Not bad overall, but it needs more personality. Tasted blind at the 2016 Burgfest tasting in Burgundy.