Louis Latour : Beaune 1er cru "Vignes Franches" 2022

Here’s an extremely concentrated, delightfully sweet and elegant Beaune 1er cru that glides over your palate. Grand cru sophistication thanks to the fineness of the tannins and the way they interlock with the lively acidity. There’s the Amarena cherry character we associate with this site, but also a lovely brioche richness right through the long, silky finish. Drink or hold.

A luxurious, heady nose brims with violets, rose petals, wild strawberry, and black cherry—enticing and aromatic. Juicy on the palate, with just enough plush tannins to support a dark berry midpalate, accented by white pepper and fresh thyme. Soft clove and black tea trail along the finish. Approachable now, it promises cellaring potential well through 2035+.