2021 Beaune 1er Cru Les Greves Domaine des Croix

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The 2021 Beaune 1er Cru « Les Grèves » from Domaine des Croix is a refined and well-structured wine that showcases the richness and complexity of Beaune’s finest vineyards. With its freshness and balance, this vintage offers a harmonious and sophisticated tasting experience, perfect for Burgundy wine lovers. Promising a beautiful evolution in the cellar, this wine is an excellent choice for collectors and those seeking wines with aging potential.

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Winery: Domaine des Croix

Grapes: Pinot Noir

Region: Beaune 1er Cru, Beaune, Côte de Beaune, Burgundy, France

Appellation: Beaune (Premier Cru), Les Grèves

Color: Red

Bottle size: 0.75 L

Description

The 2021 Beaune 1er Cru « Les Grèves » from Domaine des Croix is an elegant and well-structured red wine sourced from one of the most emblematic plots in Beaune, located in the Côte de Beaune. The « Les Grèves » climate is renowned for its rich soils and for producing complex wines with remarkable aromatic depth. Domaine des Croix, known for its meticulous and terroir-driven approach, captures the finesse of Pinot Noir in this wine. The 2021 vintage, characterized by a later harvest and cooler conditions, resulted in wines with refreshing acidity, lively tension, and subtle complexity.

Blend

This Beaune 1er Cru « Les Grèves » is made exclusively from Pinot Noir, Burgundy’s signature grape. The terroir imparts a distinctive minerality and a beautiful tannic structure, preserving the elegance and finesse characteristic of the region’s best wines.

Tasting Notes

Color: The wine has a bright ruby red color with garnet reflections, highlighting the youth and freshness of the vintage.

Nose: The nose is expressive and complex, revealing fresh red fruit aromas like cherry and raspberry, complemented by floral and spicy notes. Hints of underbrush and minerality add extra depth to the refined bouquet.

Palate: On the palate, the wine is structured and elegant, with fine, well-integrated tannins. Red fruit flavors blend harmoniously with spicy and mineral nuances, delivering refreshing vibrancy and a long finish. The finale is marked by subtle minerality and a velvety texture, a signature of the « Les Grèves » terroir.

Aging Potential

The 2021 Beaune 1er Cru « Les Grèves » from Domaine des Croix has excellent aging potential. It can be enjoyed young for its bright fruit and freshness but will continue to develop in the cellar over 10 to 15 years, gaining complexity and depth.

Food Pairings

This Beaune 1er Cru « Les Grèves » pairs beautifully with red meats like beef filet or duck breast. It also complements slow-cooked dishes, roasted poultry, or aged cheeses such as Comté or Brie.

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