Ben says
★ Good Wine “Premier Cru Burgundy is usually pricey, especially if it’s good. This one isn’t – pricey, that is. The aromas of black tea, liquorice, dried plum, dried cranberry and pomegranate, with that slightly umami mushroom note, feels complex and intriguing. But while some sniffs smell like that, others smell a bit like play-dough. I’m still not really sure why. Its juicy and fruity mouthfeel is overshadowed by dusty potpourri and strangely minty, astringent tannins. It’s good Burgundy, especially at this price, but the oxidative winemaking all feels a bit hammy and disappointing for it to be complimented without reiterating the price-to-Burgundy-premier-cru clause.“
KEY POINTS
Varietal Pinot Noir with 13.0% abv.
Grown in: Burgundy, FRANCE.
Food Pairing
There’s a lot going on in this wine, so maybe keep things simple and enjoy it with a platter of cheese and crackers. If you insist on opening it with dinner, go for pasta.
Disclosure & Price
Tasted blind during a study session. Find in the UK for circa £15.75 from Vinorium.
Reviewed and tasted: 06/12/2024
About the Producer
Maison de Grand Esprit is the multinational wine company Treasury Wine Estate’s attempt to “change the perception of French wine as a stuffy, pretentious wine category”, according to an article in Forbes from 2018. The label is used across different French wine regions and was originally launched for Asian and American customers, before becoming available in the UK market.
