{"title":"Bourgogne Rouge Wine Collection","description":"\u003cp\u003eBourgogne Rouge, the classic red wines of Burgundy, are crafted exclusively from Pinot Noir and celebrated for their elegance, finesse, and terroir expression. Known for their delicate balance of red fruit, earthy notes, and subtle spice, these wines offer a true taste of Burgundy at an approachable level, making them a favorite for both sommeliers and wine enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"somm2403-dca22mntbat-750","title":"2022 Domaine Camp-Atthalin, Hautes-Côtes de Beaune \"Les Mont Battois\"","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eYou could say Red Burgundy is a core region for us, because it is. From humble Bourgogne Rouge that over delivers, to the soaring, world class Grand Crus, we search high and low for the best representations from this ancient wine region. But today’s discovery is in a category that is truly unique. Yes, it checks off all the important boxes: It’s a delicious, terroir transparent expression of Pinot; it is made by a small, family owned estate; it is farmed and produced with respect to tradition and nature; but, it also hails from a special, single vineyard that is a literal living museum of Burgundian viticulture. “Les Mont Battois” sits just above Savigny-les-Beaune, and is owned by GEST (more on them later), who operates this little vineyard as an historical nursery and research lab for all the ancient, heirloom grape varieties of Burgundy. And to make the wine they partner with the Camp brothers, an über talented duo of biodynamic vigneron in the region. The result: A pitch-perfect Pinot Noir produced from grapes that are a direct genetic through line to the origins of this world famous wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eGEST is a French acronym that can be roughly translated to mean “Group to Study and Monitor Terroir.” It’s a uniquely French organization that is a hybrid of science, history, and fine wine appreciation. For many years now they have maintained a vineyard that is perched on the top of the hill overlooking Beaune for the express purpose of growing and studying the heirloom grape varieties and clones including the family of vines known as “Noiriens” which is where all the Pinot varieties (Noir, Meunier, Gris, Blanc, etc.) originate from, and the family known as “Gouais” which were crossed with the Noiriens to produce such famous mainstays as Chardonnay and Gamay. It is a fascinating and noble project, but of course they can’t simply study the vines and the grapes, they need to make some wine too!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIn order to transfer this living museum into actual wine in the bottle the GEST team has partnered with the small, family domaine of Camp-Atthalin. This estate was established very recently, when the Camp brothers–Jean-Philippe and Jean-Edouard–combined a few parcels of vines from family holdings to make a new estate. From the very beginning they were all in on biodynamics, both in the vineyard and cellars, and they’ve been producing excellent, terroir transparent wines from their home base in Savigny-les-Beaune ever since. Given their location, and their “nature first” philosophy they were the perfect fit for transforming the heirloom vines of the “Mont Battois” vineyard into a delicious, throwback Red Burgundy that allows us, the lucky few, to taste what wine in this world renowned region might have tasted like centuries ago.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAlthough “Mont Battois” is planted with dozens and dozens of heirloom varieties, the Camp brothers focus on just the clones of Pinot Noir to make the “Hautes-Côtes de Beaune” according to present day appellation rules. The grapes are hand harvested, and then fermented in stainless steel tanks with native yeasts before being transferred to mostly neutral French oak barriques for about a year of aging. Serve “Les Mont Battois” in nice Burgundy bowls at a cool cellar temperature of 55-60 degrees in order to emphasize the silky, sappy fruit and crisp minerality. The warm, dry summer of 2022 led to very healthy clusters and the ripeness of the vintage is readily apparent in the deep garnet color, while the hints of pink at the rim point to the wine's youthful freshness. A classic bouquet of red and black cherries, pomegranate, dried roses and violets, baking spice, espresso, and damp earth are woven around a silky textured, medium bodied frame with bright acidity, saline minerals, and fine grained tannins that finish with a flourish of wild herbs–no doubt attributed to the ancient, heirloom clones of Pinot Noir. Serve with rustic grilled meats or richly flavored seafood dishes and you’ll enjoy a meal of historic proportions!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41975783948342,"sku":"SOMM2403-DCA22MNTBAT-750","price":44.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2022DomaineCamp-Atthalin_Hautes-CotesdeBeauneLesMontBattois_MainImage-1800x1800.jpg?v=1707843515"},{"product_id":"somm2404-bdp21rouge-750","title":"2021 Domaine Bitouzet-Prieur, Bourgogne Rouge","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe’ve said it before, we’ll say it again: you can still find great value in Burgundy, you just have to look around the edges. That is where you might find a single vineyard of organically farmed, 50-60 year old Pinot Noir vines, sitting right at the border of the exalted village of Volnay. The farmer is François Bitouzet, and from this parcel he crafts an elegant, silky red that hits all the same pleasure points as his top Premier Crus, but since it is technically a humble Bourgogne Rouge, the value is astounding. And you don’t need to wait a decade for it to “open up,” just pop the cork, give it a quick splash decant, and revel in the primacy of Pinot Noir!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Bitouzet and Prieur families have been farming in Meursault (the Prieur side) and Volnay (the Bitouzet side) for hundreds of years. When Vincent Bitouzet married Annie Prieur it was not just a great personal match, it also combined some of the best parcels in the Côte de Beaune under one roof.  The family’s holdings in Volnay, now overseen by Annie and Vincent’s son François, cover an impressive diversity of village-level and Premier Cru parcels, but today we’re focusing on a single vineyard named “Petit-Prés,” where the Bitouzets farm a parcel of old vines planted between 1963 and 1970. By a twist of fate the vineyard sits just below the appellation border of Volnay, and so it can only be labeled as “Bourgogne Rouge.” Translation: this wine offers a tremendous quality to value ratio.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrançois and Vincent farm all their parcels organically, relying on zero shortcuts with chemicals or systemic treatments, and all of the fruit is harvested by hand. This restraint is echoed in the cellar; juice is vinified gently and slowly with minimal sulfur. The end goal of the entire process is to produce wines that mature in the cellar for many years, and gradually evolve in aromatics and structure. In a region increasingly overrun with estates bottling young, forward, “modern” Burgundy, the Bitouzet family are arch traditionalists. This means that most of the wines born in the Bitouzet cellar require a good amount of aging before they awaken from their old-school slumber. Not so, however, for their Bourgogne, which is aged for 12 months in entirely neutral oak barrels in order to produce a wine that is ready to impress after just a year or two in bottle. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOf course, like all great vignerons who are focused on terroir transparency, the peculiarities of the vintage are of equal importance to the Bitouzets. In this case we’re talking about \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e2021–a challenging, low yield year that was marked by spring storms and a cooler than normal (for this century) summer. This return to old-school Burgundy weather combined perfectly with the traditionalism of François’ hand in the cellar, and a beautifully balanced wine emerged.\u003c\/span\u003e Serve on the cool side, between 55 and 60 degrees, in a Burgundy stem, and enjoy all the classic notes of ripe cherries, Damson plums, red currants, rosewater, mint, anise, and forest floor. Yes, it is delicious right now with just a quick decant, but as with any wine from Bitouzet-Prieur it would be fun to lose a few bottles in the cellar. The pro-move is to buy a case and enjoy this wine’s evolution over the next five plus years. Now that’s value!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42116937744438,"sku":"SOMM2404-BDP21ROUGE-750","price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2021DomaineBitouzet-Prieur_BourgogneRouge_MainImage-1800x1800.jpg?v=1712241616"},{"product_id":"somm2405-thefils22clos-750","title":"2022 Thévenet \u0026 Fils, Bourgogne Rouge \"Les Clos\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eLamenting the steep increases in the price of Burgundy wine over the past several years has become a grim pastime for many wine lovers, so of course I always get excited when a truly tasty value hits the tasting table. But today’s single vineyard, beautifully unadorned Pinot Noir from the Thévenet brothers was a downright soft shock to my system. A textbook bottle of earthy, floral laced Bourgogne Rouge at a price that we haven’t seen in years–now that’s exciting! If you have been looking for an antidote to the inflationary wine blues, this bottle is just what the doctor ordered. It’s super versatile too–fresh enough for a summer red but with the complexity and structure to take us well into the fall. So there’s really nothing left to do except load up!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Jean-Claude Thévenet took over for his father as the manager of their family’s winery back in the early 1970s the entire estate was a mere three hectares. Within a few decades he had managed to grow their holdings to 30 hectares, and had completely renovated and updated the winery that sits on a picturesque piece of land in the village of Pierreclos, near the heart of the Mâcon. Before that expansion took off Jean-Claude was introduced to a young American importer named Neal Rosenthal back in 1982, and they have been partners in selling these old-school Burgundian values to the U.S.market ever since.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSadly, Jean-Claude passed away unexpectedly in 2008, but his three sons immediately stepped in to take over all the operations at their family business. In the past decade plus they have steadfastly built upon the success that their father found, and indeed have made their own small improvements in the cellar and vineyards. This is the Mâcon, so the vast majority of their holdings are Chardonnay, but they do have a single vineyard of Pinot Noir located in Bussières and known simply as “Les Clos.” It’s a fully south facing parcel on a gentle slope, which allows for easy ripening and results in a very fresh, fruit forward wine that nonetheless maintains classic Burgundian structure and hints of savory earth–aka “sauvage.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor years the Thévenet clan used only stainless steel for their Bourgogne Rouge, but in the past few years they have begun to put some of the wine into used barrels to add a bit more texture and complexity. It’s a recognition that this parcel is actually extremely good terroir and that Pinot Noir has a real future in the Mâcon. As such, treat this extraordinary value as you would your best Red Burgundy: serve in large stems at cellar temperature after a splash decant. A rush of black and red fruit is up front, including spiced cherries, Damson plum, and wild blackberries, and that is followed by a nice dollop of dried flowers, espresso, wet earth, and gamey minerals. It’s of course a perfect match for any French bistro classic, but right now I think a classic patty melt would be an amazingly satisfying match. Either way it’s priced so that you can keep a few bottles around for anytime you want old-school Red Burgundy at an old-school price!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42487378608182,"sku":"SOMM2405-THEFILS22CLOS-750","price":19.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2022Thevenet_Fils_BourgogneRougeLesClos_13___MainImage-1800x1800.jpg?v=1715956017"},{"product_id":"somm2405-da21closlan-750","title":"2021 Domaine d'Ardhuy, Haut-Côte de Nuits Rouge Monopole \"Clos des Langres\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan\u003eBonus Burgundy incoming! We kicked off the day with some value-laden Bourgogne Rouge, and now we really kick it up a notch with Domaine d'Ardhuy’s Haut-Côte de Nuits Rouge Monopole \"Clos des Langres.” This is one of those hidden gems Burgundy drinkers dream of discovering: It hails from a single, special lieu-dit only a select few even know of, famed for its ability to produce next level juice despite its location well off the Côte d’Or’s beaten path. Spicy and earth-driven like great Nuits-St-George to its north, silken and poised like Corton to the south, “Clos des Langres” is a truly singular experience. There’s only one domaine to try it at though, and that’s Domaine d’Ardhuy. Indeed, despite owning land in no fewer than five Grand Crus, the Ardhuys prize “Clos des Langres” as their greatest viticultural asset. Put simply, “Clos des Langres” is Premier Cru quality hidden behind a very humble appellation. Do not miss this, Burgundy lovers!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerhaps the biggest reason “Clos des Langres” isn’t a household name is the fact that it’s located in the substantially less glitzy Haut-Côte de Nuits appellation. These are the higher elevation vineyards that surround the Côte d’Or (“Haut Côte” literally translates to “high slopes), where for much of Burgundy’s history the wines have been overtly rustic, even under ripe. But as vintages have gotten warmer and warmer, the Haut-Côte has proven to be the next frontier for producers who prize Burgundy’s elegance above all else. The d’Ardhuy family is perfectly situated then, having in “Clos des Langres” one of the few vineyards in the whole appellation with anything like name recognition. The Clos sits almost dead center between the Côte de Nuits and the Côte de Beaune, on a gentle south-east slope over brown limestone. Vines have grown in these three hectares for almost fifteen centuries, originally planted by Cluny monks. In the mid-20th century, the d’Ardhuy family took it over, and it’s been the crown jewel of their estate ever since; their home and winery are located adjacent to the clos and it serves as the beating heart of their operation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDomaine d’Ardhuy began in 1930 when Pierre André started a winemaking and negociant project. He hired one Gabriel Liogier d’Ardhuy to manage the vineyards and make the wine, and eventually Gabriel married Pierre’s daughter Eliane. Upon Pierre’s passing, the estate transferred to Eliane, and the domaine we know today was born. It’s a sizable operation, just over 38 hectares spread from Gevrey-Chambertin to Puligny-Montrachet. The estate is now headed by Mireille d’Ardhuy, helped along by her six(!) sisters. Since 2012, they’ve farmed organically and biodynamically, emphasizing manual plowing of the vineyards and meticulous hand harvesting. In the past the wines were a bit heavily oaked, but they’ve throttled that back and now produce supremely finessed reds. Their 2021 “Clos des Langres” is a case in point.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlind, this vintage of “Clos des Langres” could fool anyone into thinking they’ve got Premier or even Grand Cru Burgundy in front of them. There’s incredible complexity on display in the nose – notes of wild berries, cherry pit, violets, crushed rocks, tobacco, fresh mushroomy earth, and black tea. There’s a hint of warm spice, possibly from oak, but it’s beautifully integrated. The palate is silken yet svelte, sweet fruit tones enhanced by a rich mid-palate texture before a wash of polished acid leads into the spicy finish. There’s amplitude and volume on display, but elegance and breed rule the day here. In a few years, we’ve no doubt this is going to be some truly profound stuff. Grab a six-pack and learn just how much the Haut-Côte has to offer!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42528348733494,"sku":"SOMM2405-DA21CLOSLAN-750","price":78.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2021Domained_Ardhuy_Haut-CotedeNuitsRougeMonopoleClosdesLangres_MainImage-1800x1800.jpg?v=1716389369"},{"product_id":"somm2409-fm22pntnr-750","title":"2022 Frédéric Magnien, Bourgogne Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStalwart readers of our Daily Discoveries know how much we adore the wines of Frédéric Magnien. It seems that every vintage he and his team up the level yet again on producing truly elegant, terroir transparent reflections of the wonderfully beguiling nuances found in the vast array of Burgundy appellations. Today’s feature though is hands down my pick for best-in-class value. Sourced from prized vineyards–many within the village AOC boundaries of Nuits-St-Georges–and made in the soft, graceful Magnien style, this wine is less about micro-climats and more about the glorious primacy of Burgundy Pinot Noir writ large. I’ll put this bottle next to any Pinot made anywhere regardless of price, and it will hold its own!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you drink a lot of Burgundy, you’ve probably heard the term “micro-négociant.” We use it a lot, especially when we’re offering wine from Frédéric Magnien. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNégociants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are “merchant-bottlers,” meaning they purchase fruit (or juice, or even finished wine) from individual growers and then bottle it under their names. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMicro-négociants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e do the same thing, but in a much more hands-on, collaborative way—with results that are readily evident in the glass. Frédéric only purchases fruit, and his team harvests all the bunches from every vineyard he contracts with. It may seem a subtle distinction, but treating vine-growers as partners rather than contractors pays measurable dividends. Magnien only works with growers who are certified organic (or in the process of conversion), and, having grown up riding his bicycle through the vineyards of Morey-Saint-Denis, he knows every inch of the Burgundy terroir.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Fred” Magnien founded his \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emaison\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in Morey-Saint-Denis in 1995, following an extended period of travel to other great wine regions of the world. The roster of wines now produced under the Magnien label is extremely long and diverse, stretching the length of the Côte d’Or and reaching up into Chablis as well. All the wines display the kind of precision that comes from careful, hands-on fruit sourcing, and there’s no doubt that Magnien considers himself a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003evigneron\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e first and a winemaker second. He has his own teams carry out harvests in the vineyards he works with, all of which he carefully selects and closely monitors throughout the growing season. All of the fruit for today’s wine comes from top parcels, with vines averaging 30-40 years of age, in Nuit-St-Georges and the Haut-Côte de Nuit—quite impressive for a Bourgogne Rouge bottling!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe focus on purity and elegance from team Magnien plays perfectly with the lovely 2022 vintage, which was warm and dry but without the hydric stress of 2020, and a healthy crop further added to the perfect balance that this Bourgogne achieves. Serve it at cellar temperature in a nice, big Burgundy bowl after a good 30-plus minute decant. The suave, ripe red and black fruits will pop up first–Morello cherry, crushed raspberry, plum–followed by fresh cut roses, dried mint, wild fennel, forest mushrooms, and wet rocks. It’s already open and forward, with a sappy, silky, medium-bodied texture and mineral laced finish. Serve with your favorite sandwich or burger (sautéed mushroom and swiss please!) or try the recipe below for duck confit. Oh, and if you are already planning ahead then yes, this also goes really well with turkey!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43072739147830,"sku":"SOMM2409-FM22PNTNR-750","price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2022FredericMagnien_BourgognePinotNoir_MainImage-1800x1800.jpg?v=1727283233"},{"product_id":"somm2410-rl21rouge-750","title":"2021 René Leclerc, Bourgogne Rouge","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGevrey-Chambertin rolls off the tongue of every Burgundy lover, inspiring memories of rich, silky fruit framed by exotic spice and beguiling perfume. It’s enough to make any Pinot fan feel faint in the head. Oh wait: That may just be from the price tag! But no fear, if you look high and low you can still find hidden values in this hallowed Côte de Nuits commune. Our favorite example is the tried-and-true Bourgogne Rouge from the iconic Gevrey traditionalists at René Leclerc. This is not a vineyard at the border of the appellation, or even just a parcel surrounded by name brand name crus: This is 100% real Gevrey-Chambertin fruit culled from the estates numerous holdings. It has all the goods, and since it is vintage 2021, it’s classically styled and already entering its peak drinking window. All that for half the price of what many village level Gevrey sets you back these days!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Leclerc family are icons in the village of Gevrey-Chambertin. They have maintained a charming tasting room in the heart of the village for decades. Once, some years ago, when an appointment with another vigneron fell through, I wandered in and was immediately blown away by all the eclectic artifacts. René himself, still going strong, led me through the tasting of a wide range of their varied terroirs. It was a timeless experience, I felt I could have been tasting in 1989, or 1969. The wines were a pure, delicious snapshot of tradition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt Domaine Leclerc, the old clocks and pianos that grace the tasting room are family heirlooms, but the winery itself is newer, squeaky clean, and well-maintained. The old basket press is the only relic—everything else glimmers. But the fruit is treated as it always has been—René and his son François pick into small bins and after gentle and careful pressing, ambient yeasts drive a cold fermentation for up to 15 days with gentle punch-downs twice daily. The wine is kept in vats for up to six months and then aged in neutral oak barrels, purchased from Dugat-Py, for one year before being bottled unfined and unfiltered. The Leclercs use only the oldest vines in their villages, premier and grand cru bottlings, everything else goes into their Bourgogne Rouge, which is why this wine offers so much pure Gevrey character for such a humble price. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2021 Domaine René Leclerc Bourgogne Rouge is pale ruby with a garnet core and hints of pink-orange at the rim. The aromatics are classic Gevrey: Silky red fruits, just ripened black cherry, blood orange, cinnamon, pomegranate, and forest floor with crushed dark rocks and wildflowers against damp bark—almost like walking through a cool, damp forest. The wine just glides across the palate, delivering deep umami notes that many of you will immediately recognize as true terroir. Serve cool, at around 55 or 60 degrees, in a Burgundy stem with something classic like cassoulet or beef bourguignon and get ready to bathe in the timeless joy that comes from a proper glass of Gevrey-Chambertin, no matter what the label says!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43083902255158,"sku":"SOMM2410-RL21ROUGE-750","price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2021ReneLeclerc_BourgogneRouge_MainImage-1800x1800_d934b471-5673-4d10-8b8d-a0a3dc6a98bb.jpg?v=1729184347"},{"product_id":"2022-domaine-gille-bourgogne-c-te-dor-pinot-noir-la-lutheni-resomm2412-glle22luthpn-750","title":"2022 Domaine Gille, Bourgogne Côte d'Or Pinot Noir \"La Luthenière\"","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarlier this year we offered the top notch Bourgogne Rouge from Domaine Gille, a wine that is bursting with Côte de Nuits terroir. But what I didn’t know then was that Mathieu Gille had decided not to include one parcel of vines that sits just outside the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003evillages\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e boundary of Vosne-Romanée. Usually the fruit from this vineyard, “La Luthenière,” goes into the regular Bourgogne, but Mathieu found the 2022 so compelling that he bottled a precious few barrels on their own. He’s only done this once before, and this is the first time that a tiny amount made it to the U.S. If you love deep, spicy, soulful Pinot with real pedigree, or if you just love getting a tremendous value, then you need to act fast!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe small, nine hectare estate of Domaine Gille traces its history back to 1570, giving them over 500 years of experience, tradition, and history in the town of Comblanchien. In the early 20th century Vivant Gille consolidated the family holdings and upgraded the winery and cellar. His grandson, Pierre, was instrumental in bringing the domaine from the 20th to the 21st century and establishing it as an excellent source of Côte de Nuits terroir and value. Today it is Pierre’s sone Mathieu at the helm. He is passionate about terroir too, and like all great vigneron he believes that 90% of the work in making wine is done in the vineyards–pristine fruit equals profound wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe domaine is located in Comblanchien, a small hamlet that is just outside of Nuits-Saint-Georges and the gateway to the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoute des Grand Crus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e–home to the most rare, sought-after, and pricey Pinot Noir on the planet. The Cistern monks have been mapping out the soils and plots down to the minutia here for over a thousand years, and as such it is like catnap for terroir lovers. In most years Mathieu produces a fantastic Bourgogne Rouge that is sourced from vines near the cellar, just outside Nuits-Saint-Georges, and from a small parcel that they own in Vosne-Romanée. That parcel, called “La Luthenière,” sits just outside the AOC boundary for Vosne wines, and because it is literally on the wrong side of the tracks, it gets just a basic “Bourgogne” label. However, in 2022 the fruit here was so pristine and promising that Mathieu decided to bottle it as a single vineyard in order to showcase the pure, Vosne terroir that it offers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMathieu is a true classicist in the cellar, again his philosophy is that hard work in the vines makes the cellar work easy. Once they have reached ideal ripeness, the hand harvested grapes undergo a short, cold maceration before fermentation with native yeasts begins. The wine is then moved to standard 225l French oak barriques (about 1\/3rd of which is new) for 15 months of aging before bottling. The goal is always to respect the terroir and the nuances that each different vintage brings. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWithout question, this little parcel delivers depth, complexity and power that is more reminiscent of the famous crus just to the north–places with hallowed names like “Malconsorts,” and “La Tache.” In the glass it shows a deep garnet red, with just a hint of pink at the rim. I would definitely recommend a decant of 30 plus minutes to allow oxygen to awaken the full spectrum of classic Burgundian charm. Rich, red and black fruits–Morello cherry, blackberry, red currant–mingle with savory notes of rose petal, violet, mint, star anise, cocoa powder, and damp earth. Serve in a large Burgundy bowl, at around 60 degrees, with a heaping bowl of Boeuf Bourguignon for a truly classic Burgundian experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43259558035510,"sku":"SOMM2412-GLLE22LUTHPN-750","price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2022DomaineGille_BourgogneCoted_OrPinotNoirLaLutheniere_MainImage-1800x1800.jpg?v=1733948992"},{"product_id":"2022-roland-th-venin-bourgogne-rougesomm2412-thv22rouge-750","title":"2022 Roland Thévenin, Bourgogne Rouge","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen tasting wines (and we taste a lot of wines!) I often apply the restaurant wine list standard: Would this wine be at home on award winning lists at top dining establishments? Any French focused collection worth its weight would need at least one or two prime examples of classic Bourgogne Rouge–and this beauty from Roland Thévenin hits every mark with aplomb. Silky red fruits mingle with dried flowers and savory earth in perfect harmony. These types of excellent, yet humbly priced for everyday consumption, bottles are becoming increasingly rare in the rarefied terroir of the Côte d’Or, so we celebrate every time we find one! This is definitely a wine to buy by the case.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe namesake of this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emaison\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (merchant house), Roland Thévenin (1905-1990), was a famously colorful character in Burgundy—a poet, writer, winemaker, and bon vivant who served as the Mayor of Saint-Romain for 35 years. He was among Burgundy’s earliest and most successful \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003enégociant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e producers and a founding member of the Confrérie des Chevaliers du Tastevin, a fraternal order of Burgundy lovers. Today this legacy continues with the help of the Boisset collection and a small but dedicated team that oversees the Maison Roland Thévenin. Wines bearing the Thévenin imprimatur come almost exclusively from organically farmed vineyards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBourgogne Rouge is a regional wine that may be sourced from anywhere, and from any number of vineyards, within the Burgundy growing zone. But most wines labeled thusly come from a more prescribed area than their labels would suggest: In this case, the fruit hails from several prime parcels in the Côte de Nuits and Côte de Beaune–the heart of red Burgundy production and home to the most famous Pinots on the planet. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe grapes for this regional bottling are treated the same as those from “village” or Premier\/Grand Cru sites: They are sorted, de-stemmed and fermented in thermo-regulated vats, then transferred into a combination of used oak barrels (15%) and tanks (85%) to complete malo-lactic fermentation. Then the lots are blended together and aged in tanks for another 8-10 months before bottling, resulting in a wine of surprising depth and pedigree considering the humble appellation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn most of Burgundy the 2022 vintage was warm and dry, which is sort of the new standard there. However it was not as brutal as 2020 or 2018, and the wines are a bit more balanced–juicy and forward but with good energy and structure. This is 100% the case for the Thévenin Bourgogne Rouge. Serve at cellar temperature in Burgundy stems and the classic notes of red and black cherries, raspberry liqueur, dried roses, coffee nibs, mint leaves, and earthy, mushroomy forest floor are all there in droves! The fresh, medium body features a silky, suave palate that is both easily drinkable yet also layered with complexity. It’s a classic wine, serve it with a classic dish like coq au vin, and enjoy a perfect winter meal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43259749761078,"sku":"SOMM2412-THV22ROUGE-750","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2022RolandThevenin_BourgogneRouge_MainImage-1800x1800.jpg?v=1732226124"},{"product_id":"2022-sarrazin-et-fils-givry-clos-de-la-rochesomm2412-srzn22gvrycr-750","title":"2022 Domaine Michel Sarrazin et Fils, Givry \"Clos de la Roche\"","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA few weeks ago (seems like ages now!) we offered one of our perennial best selling red Burgundies: Sarrazin’s Bourgogne Rouge. It’s a best seller for good reason, but if you like that wine–and it seems that a lot of you do–you will absolutely love today’s feature. You see, the Sarrazin clan are based in Givry and that is their specialty, and one of their most important and historic parcels is called “Clos de la Roche.” Does that sound familiar to you? Yes, the same as the famous Grand Cru less than 40 miles to the north in Morey-Saint-Denis. Indeed, this vineyard produces wines of depth, richness, and complexity that far surpasses the humble “Givry” AOC. And of course the price is many, many times less than those bottles up the road. Pure Burgundy pedigree for a plebian price–don’t miss out, it’s very limited!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Sarrazin name is an important one to know in the Côte Chalonnaise, the region just to the south of the Côte de Beaune that includes Maranges (which is just a click south from Santenay), Mercurey, and Givry. Headquartered in the tiny hamlet of Jamblès, within the Givry AOC, the domaine includes about 35 hectares of vineyards across a number of appellations (Givry, Rully, Mercurey, Maranges), all farmed according to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003elutte raisonnée\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (“reasoned struggle”) principles; this means that herbicides, pesticides, and any other non-organic inputs are prohibited except in serious emergencies. Brothers Guy and Jean-Yves Sarrazin have run the domaine since the mid-1990s, and in that time, they have raised their own profile along with those of the lesser-known villages they showcase. We have come to rely on Sarrazin for red (and white) Burgundies of uncommon depth and clarity at the lower end of the price spectrum, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGivry has long been considered the top appellation in the Côte Chalonnaise, and the Sarrazins’ “Clos de la Roche” plot is a gem of a vineyard: Situated at one of the highest altitudes in Givry, with vines averaging 40 years of age, the pebbly, limestone-rich site delivers reds of real structure. Long time readers are likely familiar with their “Sous la Roche” bottling, since we’ve offered that many times as well. This is the primo micro parcel of that vineyard, near the top of the hill and touching the Premier Cru “Champs Lalot.” All fruit from the site is hand-harvested and fermented on indigenous yeasts in stainless steel, after which it is transferred to François Frères oak barrels (20% new) for about a year before bottling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2022 “Clos de la Roche” is a red Burgundy that both delivers now and promises good things to come. In the glass, it shines with a deep ruby color, moving to pink and magenta at the rim. The aromas are a brambly and rather dark-fruited mix of black raspberry, cherry, violets, loose tea, black pepper, and underbrush. It is medium-bodied and firmly structured, but not so firm as to be inaccessible now—with about 30 minutes in a decanter it blossoms and drinks beautifully at 60-65 degrees in Burgundy stems. There’s an appealing mixture of polished ripeness and earthy rusticity in this wine that will only grow more complex over the next 5-10 years. It’s a terrific find and a great match for the flavors in the attached recipe. Enjoy!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43330273181750,"sku":"SOMM2412-SRZN22GVRYCR-750","price":47.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2022SarrazinetFils_GivryClosdelaRoche_MainImage-1800x1800_15fe1f48-3463-490b-b1a5-9166dac5ddc3.jpg?v=1735662718"},{"product_id":"2022-roland-th-venin-et-fils-bourgogne-rouge2501s6-thvn22rge-750","title":"2022 Roland Thévenin et Fils, Bourgogne Rouge","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhen selecting wines for Daily Discoveries and wine clubs, we often apply the restaurant wine list standard: Would this wine be at home on award winning lists at top dining establishments? Any French focused collection worth its weight would need at least one or two prime examples of classic Bourgogne Rouge–and this beauty from Roland Thévenin hits every mark with aplomb. Silky red fruits mingle with dried flowers and savory earth in perfect harmony. These types of excellent, yet humbly priced for everyday consumption, bottles are becoming increasingly rare in the rarefied terroir of the Côte d’Or, so we celebrate every time we find one!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43367504838710,"sku":"2501S6-THVN22RGE-750","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/Screenshot2025-07-13at11.30.14AM.png?v=1752431451"},{"product_id":"2019-a-a-devillard-bourgogne-pinot-noir-le-renardsomm2503-dvrd19rnrd-750","title":"2019 A \u0026 A Devillard, Bourgogne Pinot Noir \"Le Renard\"","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe’re back with what we’d love to be a regular and recurring feature: Delicious, spot-on, ready to drink now red Burgundy that clocks in at less than $30. This would not have been a tough category just 15 or 20 years ago, but these days it is extremely rare. So how did we manage this one? Well the importer found a few cases of the 2019 in their warehouse and really wanted to move them out since they are several vintages ahead now. We got a bottle, we tried it, and it’s great. I won’t pretend this is a powerfully structured bottle for your cellar, no, this is juicy, earthy, drink me now Pinot Noir that is perfectly balanced and deeply satisfying. The details are below, but the crux is that it comes from a highly respected family in the Côte Chalonnaise. The catch: We got the last few cases but there’s not much, so load up now before this deal is long gone!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Devillard family are important and highly respected stewards and\/or owners of four distinct properties in Burgundy: Château de Chamiry, Domaine de la Ferté, Domaine de la Garenne and Domaine Perdrix. The first two are located in Côte Chalonnaise which is the family’s ancestral home. The Château de Chamiry is in the village of Mercurey where the most highly regarded Pinots of the Chalonnaise are made (there are more Premier Crus here than any other village in the region), and this is where the family first began producing and bottling wine under their estate label. It was Bertrand Devillard’s father-in-law, the Marquis de Jouennes, who first brought their Mercurey to market back in 1934. Today Bertrand’s children, Amaury and Aurore, are at the helm of the business. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause the Devillards have an abundance of high quality vineyards they are able to produce a “value” label for Bourgogne Rouge and Bourgogne Blanc that they call simply “Le Renard,” or The Wolf. The fruit is, unsurprisingly, primarily from the Côte Chalonnaise, though they occasionally include both Maconnais and Côte de Nuits fruit as well. The goal is to create a consistently excellent example of classic Burgundy that offers an extraordinary quality to price ratio. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNow, sometimes when the term “classic” is applied to a humble Bourgogne Rouge the implication is that it is also “rustic,” with hints of funk and animal that is likely due to some old, less than perfectly clean barrels. But that is 100% not the case here: “Le Renard” is made entirely in steel tanks, so it is guaranteed to be fresh, clean, and surprisingly elegant. I recommend serving it on the cool side of cellar temperatures, around 55-60 degrees, in Burgundy stems. At five years of age the fruit is still very sappy and forward, built around sweet cherries, raspberries, and cranberries, but there is that tell-tale of damp earth and fresh mushrooms that comes with the proper bottle age. Throw in a hint of mint and some dried rose petals and you have a truly “classic” expression of Burgundy Pinot Noir, for an even more “classic” price!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43506850725942,"sku":"SOMM2503-DVRD19RNRD-750","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2019A_ADevillard_BourgognePinotNoirLeRenard_MainImage-1800x1800.jpg?v=1740524459"},{"product_id":"2020-camille-giroud-bourgogne-hautes-c-tes-de-beaune-au-cr-totssomm2503-cgrd20brgcrt-750","title":"2020 Camille Giroud, Bourgogne Hautes-Côtes de Beaune \"Au Crétots\"","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are several ways to define “value” when it comes to wine: One is a bottle that tastes great and is exceptionally well-priced for its category–which is exactly what we offered a couple of days ago with our sub $30 Bourgogne Rouge. Another is to find a wine that offers so much more complexity and pedigree than its humble category suggests–and that is precisely the story with today’s offer. Hauts-Côtes de Beaune is not a historically “sexy” or lauded appellation in Burgundy, mostly because these high elevation vineyards are much cooler than the Premier and Grand Crus. Well, climate change has rectified that. And this particular wine comes from a single vineyard of old Pinot vines, and is made by a highly regarded winemaker in the cellars of a historic Burgundy Maison. Throw in five years of age and I will gladly put this bottle up next to blue chip Premier Crus any day of the week!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEstablished in 1865, Camille Giroud distinguished itself as a respected Burgundy négociant specializing in \"vins de garde\"–wines crafted for graceful aging–for over a century. Under the leadership of Lucien Giroud's sons, the company expanded its reputation, carefully selecting vineyard sites and developing a portfolio synonymous with exceptional terroir-driven wines. In 2002, the Giroud family sold to a group of American investors led by winemaker Ann Colgin and her husband Joe Wender (one of this country’s most impressive wine collectors). Ann and her team made the inspired decision to hire the very young and very talented winemaker David Croix, known for his minimalist approach and focus on terroir transparency. Under his guidance the wines became even more acclaimed. In 2016 David left to focus on his own domaine and another top talent, Carel Voorhuis, took the helm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarel and the Camille Giroud team source wine from longstanding grower-partners, including the “humble” Hautes-Côtes de Beaune we have on offer today. This is not a kitchen sink cuvée, all the fruit comes from a single vineyard named “Au Crétots,” situated on an elevated plateau at around 400 meters, west of the Côte de Beaune. The landscape here is characterized by undulating terrain, with the name Crêtot potentially derived from French terms describing sunken land. The half-hectare vineyard was planted between 1963 and 2000, so the oldest vines are over 60 now, and they’re strategically planted with a northwestern exposure in Nantoux limestone soils–that is strategically for the 21st Century. Though often too cool to produce “serious” Pinot, the current trend of very hot and dry summers has made this prime terroir for elegant, complex, old-school styled Burgundy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe winemaking at Giroud has not changed much since Carel took over. Like David he prefers a generally “hands-off” approach, coaxing as much terroir transparency from his fruit as possible. Grapes are hand harvested and 100% destemmed before undergoing slow native yeast fermentation. The wine is then aged 15 months in used barrels before being aged further in stainless steel tanks in order to allow for settling and natural filtration prior to bottling.. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServe “Au Crétots” at cellar temperature in the largest Burgundy bowls you have after a good 30 to 45 minute decant. The high-altitude, cool-climate vineyard imparts a fresh, elegant character with a smooth texture and a bright, lingering finish. Red fruits–Bing cherry, raspberry, currant–dominate the attack, but there’s already some lovely tertiary notes of fallen leaves, damp earth, dried roses, cinnamon, and porcini. It pairs beautifully with roasted poultry and earthy mushroom dishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43516046573622,"sku":"SOMM2503-CGRD20BRGCRT-750","price":59.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/Wine4BM_325_1.png?v=1743531463"},{"product_id":"2023-domaine-gerard-raphet-bourgogne-rouge-les-grands-champssomm2505-rpht23brgegc-750","title":"2023 Domaine Gérard Raphet, Bourgogne Rouge \"Les Grands Champs\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eLet’s get right to it: There’s really no better value in old school, single-vineyard red Burgundy than Gérard Raphet’s “Les Grands Champs.”  For those who are new to this mind-blowing Pinot value, here’s what makes it so special. Raphet exclusively sources his \"Bourgogne Rouge\" from a single parcel within the prestigious town of Gevrey-Chambertin, one that falls just beyond the AOC line despite being surrounded by not one, not two, but \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ethree\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e village-level vineyards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIn fact, if you were to stand in Grand Cru Chambertin-Clos de Bèze and look downhill, this parcel would be within viewing distance! How is it possible that this site fell outside the AOC line? Often, vineyards are left out of appellation labeling for slight differences in elevation, slope, and\/or soil composition, but with Les Grands Champs, we distinguish no discernible difference. An astute blind taster would likely nail it as top tier Gevrey-Chambertin, loaded as it is with woodsy flavors, softly knit spices, and deep perfume. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eGérard Raphet, who took over the domaine from his father in 2002, works his parcels manually and farms today’s 40+-year-old vines with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003elutte raisonnée\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e approach— a method that implies an organic approach unless faced with extreme circumstances in difficult vintages. Gérard, Marion, and their team use traditional cultivation methods and harvest only by hand. The grapes undergo strict sorting before fermentation with natural yeasts, and the Bourgogne Rouge is put into mostly neutral French oak barrels for 18 months. It is bottled unfined and unfiltered.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love It:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis is Gevrey-Chambertin for pennies on the dollar!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBright, translucent ruby with supple, knee-weakening aromas of spiced cherries, plum skin, crushed raspberries, violets, cinnamon, star anise, and hints of mint\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePalate is medium-bodied and delivers soft layers of petrichor, forest floor, and damp, crunchy wild berries. It finishes lifted and balanced with a lingering iron-tinged minerality that hints at its Gevrey-Chambertin origins. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHow To Serve It:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis is a Bourgogne Rouge that needs very little coaxing to come roaring out of the gates, but a quick 30 minute decant is still recommended\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eServe it cool, between 55 and 60 degrees, with a classic roast chicken or steak frites and you’ll be in simple, rustic heaven\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIt’s truly a gorgeous Pinot Noir, one that will drink best over the next two to five years. 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But Rosenthal recognized something special: here was a family that didn't just grow grapes—they were nurserymen in the “sweet spot” town of Bussières, propagating the finest clonal material for estates across southern Burgundy. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOver four decades, the partnership between Rosenthal and the Thévenet family has weathered every vintage, market shift, and generational transition. When Jean-Claude passed away way too young in 2008, his wife Hélène and their three sons: Benjamin, Jonathan, and Aurélien—carried forward with the same zeal that made their father so respected.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToday, the domaine spans 74 acres across Pierreclos and neighboring villages, with holdings in some of the Mâconnais’ most promising terroirs. Their Bourgogne Rouge “Les Clos” comes from south-facing vineyards in Bussières, where clay soils at 350 feet elevation are the ideal habitat for Pinot Noir in warm years. Careful \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003epigeage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eremontage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e during fermentation preserve the wine's fresh, vibrant character alongside its deeper blackberry notes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarm-field advantage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2023's heat brought out richness and juicy fruit in Burgundy's cooler regional vineyards, where clay soils and lesser exposure mitigated overripening. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is textbook “smart money” Burgundy—buying humble appellations in vintages when they outperform.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNurserymen know best:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Generations of selecting and propagating vines means the Thévenet family works with superior genetic material. When your day job is choosing the best clones for Burgundy's top estates, your own vineyards benefit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Rosenthal seal of approval:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 42 years of continuous partnership with one of America's most discerning importers isn't luck—it's consistency at the highest level. Rosenthal’s fidelity is hard-won, which tells you everything you need to know.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Serve It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServe slightly cool at 58-62°F in Burgundy stems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrink now through 2030—this has the structure to continue to develop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePerfect with roasted duck breast, risotto alla Milanese, or grilled steelhead with tzatziki.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43756527878198,"sku":"SOMM2505-TVF23BGR-750","price":27.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2023Thevenet_FilsBourgogneRougeLesClos._MainImage-1800x1800.jpg?v=1748540362"},{"product_id":"2022-domaine-bellavoine-bourgogne-rougesomm2512-bel22bro-750","title":"2022 Domaine Bellavoine, Bourgogne Rouge","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"1375\" data-end=\"1788\"\u003eCaroline Bellavoine left a successful Parisian career to chase a dream that most would call impossible:\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003ebecoming a vigneron in Burgundy with no family ties and no inherited land. What she achieved is nothing short of extraordinary. Working naturally, farming obsessively, raising five children as a single mother — she delivers wines of purity and finesse that stand shoulder to shoulder with benchmark names.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1790\" data-end=\"2181\"\u003eThe 2022 Bourgogne Rouge is sourced from ~50-year-old vines on limestone and schist, fermented with native yeasts and raised gently in seasoned barrique. It pours a glowing ruby, unfurling Bing cherry, alpine strawberry, red currant, violets, rose petal, dried herbs, sous-bois, and cool mineral lift. Silky. Precise. Hauntingly aromatic. A baby Volnay in every way that matters.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLess than \u003cstrong data-start=\"2372\" data-end=\"2400\"\u003e200 cases exist globally\u003c\/strong\u003e, and our allocation is tiny.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love it:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e- Good people. Good wine. A bottle that feels like a triumph\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-In the glass, stunningly aromatic and beautifully textured.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2367\" data-end=\"2370\"\u003e-On the palate: Bing cherry, wild strawberry, red currant, rose petal, mint, forest floor, morel mushroom, and a mineral backbone that sails into a long, precise finish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e-A powerful story behind a genuinely great wine. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2183\" data-end=\"2360\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow To Serve It.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Serve at 55–60° in a Burgundy stem after a brief decant and prepare to be stunned.\u003cbr data-start=\"2269\" data-end=\"2272\"\u003e- Pair with Duck breast with cherries. Wild mushroom pasta. Or just good bread and good company.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44358552289334,"sku":"SOMM2512-BEL22BRO-750","price":44.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2022-Domaine-Bellavoine_-Bourgogne-Rouge.png?v=1764158129"},{"product_id":"2024-th-venet-fils-bourgogne-rouge-les-clossomm2511-thvnt24closrge-750","title":"2024 Thévenet \u0026 Fils, Bourgogne Rouge \"Les Clos\"","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen legendary importer Neal Rosenthal first visited Jean-Claude Thévenet 43 years ago, the domaine was just short of 8 acres. But Rosenthal recognized something special: here was a family that didn't just grow grapes—they were nurserymen in the “sweet spot” town of Bussières, propagating the finest clonal material for estates across southern Burgundy. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOver four decades, the partnership between Rosenthal and the Thévenet family has weathered every vintage, market shift, and generational transition. When Jean-Claude passed away way too young in 2008, his wife Hélène and their three sons: Benjamin, Jonathan, and Aurélien—carried forward with the same zeal that made their father so respected.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToday, the domaine spans 74 acres across Pierreclos and neighboring villages, with holdings in some of the Mâconnais’ most promising terroirs. Their Bourgogne Rouge “Les Clos” comes from south-facing vineyards in Bussières, where clay soils at 350 feet elevation are the ideal habitat for Pinot Noir in warm years. Careful \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003epigeage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eremontage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e during fermentation preserve the wine's fresh, vibrant character alongside its deeper blackberry notes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNurserymen know best:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Generations of selecting and propagating vines means the Thévenet family works with superior genetic material. When your day job is choosing the best clones for Burgundy's top estates, your own vineyards benefit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Rosenthal seal of approval:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 42 years of continuous partnership with one of America's most discerning importers isn't luck—it's consistency at the highest level. 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The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2022 Henri Delagrange Volnay 1er Cru “Clos des Chênes”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is exactly that wine: a pure, terroir‑driven Pinot Noir that radiates clarity, finesse, and old‑vine depth. We’ve been on our soapbox for Delagrange for years, from their sensational Bourgogne Rouge to their top Premier Crus, because across the lineup this sixth‑generation domaine continues to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eoverdeliver in a region where value is nearly extinct\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClos des Chênes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is universally regarded as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVolnay’s most powerful, structured, and age‑worthy Premier Cru\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — a vineyard whose pedigree regularly brushes up against Grand Cru territory. It’s prized for its depth, mineral tension, and longevity, and in the hands of Delagrange, it becomes a wine of remarkable purity and classical restraint. This is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrand Cru character at a fraction of the price\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinding a current‑release Volnay 1er Cru “Clos des Chênes” under $100 is nearly impossible in today’s market. Consider the landscape:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Clos des Chênes” Comparables\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2022 Michel Lafarge – U.S. Retail Avg. $258\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2022 Comtes Lafon – U.S. Retail Avg. $222\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2022 Henri Delagrange – @ SommSelect $99 (or $89 on 4+ bottles)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat’s not a small difference — that’s a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecategory shift\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Delagrange is delivering elite terroir at a price point that simply doesn’t exist elsewhere.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Delagrange family has been working these slopes for generations, formally establishing their domaine in 1978 but farming the soils of Volnay and Pommard long before. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToday, sixth‑generation vigneron Didier Delagrange oversees just under 11 hectares stretching from Meursault to Corton.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e After completing his studies at the Lycée Viticole in Beaune, he spent over a decade working alongside his parents before taking the reins in 2003. His philosophy is simple: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehealthy soils, hand-harvested fruit, and transparent winemaking that lets each terroir speak for itself\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis bottling comes from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ejust 0.61 hectares\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e75‑year‑old vines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in Clos des Chênes — a tiny holding that yields \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ejust over 200 cases\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in a typical year. The winemaking is traditional and restrained, with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eonly 20% new oak\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, allowing the old‑vine fruit and the vineyard’s iron‑rich limestone soils to shine through. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe result is a wine of lifted aromatics, fine‑grained structure, and unmistakable Volnay elegance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSanté!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44581736054838,"sku":"SOMM2512-DHD22VOL-750","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2022DomaineHenriDelagrange_Volnay1erCruClosdesChenes.png?v=1765826826"},{"product_id":"2023-domaine-henri-delagrange-bourgogne-hautes-cotes-de-beaune-rougesomm2601-dlgr23bnerge-750","title":"2023 Domaine Henri Delagrange, Bourgogne Hautes-Cotes de Beaune Rouge","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDomaine Henri Delagrange is the real thing: a sixth-generation Volnay family that has been farming its own vines for well over a century and formally established their Domaine in 1978. Today, Didier Delagrange runs the show. He farms just under 11 hectares from Meursault to Corton with a simple, disciplined philosophy: healthy soils, hand harvesting, native fermentations, and restrained élevage that lets site and vintage lead.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2021 Volnay Vieilles Vignes is proof that serious Volnay still exists at sane prices. Sourced from 55‑year‑old vines rooted in limestone and ferruginous soils in the heart of the village, this Pinot delivers freshness, structure, and unmistakable Burgundian elegance. Modest oak, gentle extraction, and estate‑grown fruit result in a wine that punches far above its village classification—and far beyond its price.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEstate-grown, sixth-generation Burgundy at a price point that’s nearly extinct\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCool-site Pinot Noir with tension, clarity, and classic Côte de Beaune energy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePure, no-makeup winemaking that drinks like “real Burgundy,” because it is\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Serve It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServe slightly cool (55–60°F) to emphasize freshness and lift\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse a Burgundy bowl to highlight the wine’s aromatics and texture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect with \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDuck breast with a morel, shallot, and red‑wine reduction, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRoast chicken with black truffle jus and confit shallots, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHerb‑crusted rack of lamb with breadcrumbs, garlic, and rosemary, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWild mushroom risotto\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44673213202486,"sku":"SOMM2601-DLGR23BNERGE-750","price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2023DomaineHenriDelgrange_BourgogneHautes-CotesdeBeauneROuge.png?v=1766183499"},{"product_id":"2022-huber-verdereau-bourgogne-les-constances-cote-dor-rougesomm2602-hub22bou-750","title":"2022 Huber Verdereau Bourgogne Les Constances Cote d'Or Rouge","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eDomaine Huber-Verdereau traces its roots to 1928 when Raoul Verdereau first bottled wines from Volnay, but the modern renaissance came via Thiébault Huber, a former sommelier at Paris hotspots like L’Ambrosie who returned to his wife’s family estate in Meursault in the early 90s. Taking the reins of just 3 hectares, he expanded thoughtfully to 9 hectares across Côte de Beaune gems—Volnay, Pommard, Meursault, Puligny—while converting everything to certified biodynamic farming under Demeter, shunning copper sulfate for volcanic sulfur and lunar-cycle rituals that coax singular energy from the vines. Thiébault’s palate, honed pouring grand crus for Michelin stars, now shapes every parcel: whole-cluster ferments in cement tanks, minimal oak (mostly neutral or foudres), and zero fining for Pinot Noir that pulses with life rather than polish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThe 2022 Bourgogne Côte d'Or Les Constances sources from high-altitude, iron-rich plots near Volnay's Les Lursets—classified regional but tasting like villages+ with 2022's ripe generosity tempered by cool-site tension. Hand-harvested at low yields, destemmed partially, it ferments naturally then rests 10-12 months in old wood, emerging sappy and soil-driven: wild red cherries, baking spice, and stony earth that builds through a sappy finish. From a domaine producing under 4,000 cases total annually, this cuvée embodies Thiébault's obsession with transparency—pure Côte de Beaune without the velvet trap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end font-sans visRefresh2026AnswerSerif:font-editorial font-semimedium visRefresh2026Fonts:font-bold text-base first:mt-0\"\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003ePure Volnay echo from biodynamic \"Les Constances\" plots—sappy red fruits and iron-laced earth that uncork alive now but gain truffle magic by 2028, outpacing many Pommards twice the price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThiébault's sommelier touch shines: no oak bombast, just wild cherry zip and spice that flips the script on heavy 2022 reds, making it your go-to for Burgundy skeptics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eScarcity thrill—tiny estate output means US lists snag this before it hits shelves, positioning your cellar as the insider spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end font-sans visRefresh2026AnswerSerif:font-editorial font-semimedium visRefresh2026Fonts:font-bold text-base first:mt-0\"\u003eHow to Serve It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eCrack at 60°F in a Burgundy globe after 45 minutes air—unfurl the sappy stem ginger and brambly depth that begs a seared duck breast glazed in cassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003ePair with wild mushroom risotto or hanger steak au poivre—the stony sap cuts fat while echoing gamey notes, elevating weeknight cooks to list-worthy moments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eCellar half your stash through 2030; pull one annually to track the violet perfume emerging from those iron soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44781079003190,"sku":"SOMM2602-HUB22BOU-750","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2022HuberVerdereauBourgogneLesConstancesCoted_OrRouge_1.png?v=1770245359"},{"product_id":"2023-maison-de-montille-bourgogne-rougesomm2603-mdm23bro-750","title":"2023 Maison de Montille, Bourgogne Rouge","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis is no ordinary Bourgogne Rouge, as it is largely sourced from declassified Volnay fruit to ensure exceptional depth. It offers a vibrant, \"drink-me-now\" profile of crunchy red berries and elegant, silken tannins. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSerious collectors understand that Domaine de Montille is more than an estate; it is the philosophical heartbeat of Burgundy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The family’s modern history was famously captured in the documentary \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMondovino\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, where the late, legendary Hubert de Montille stood as the fierce defender of terroir against the \"Parkerization\" and globalization of wine. Hubert’s unwavering commitment to purity and high-acid, long-lived wines set the stage for his son, Etienne de Montille, who took the helm in the late 90s. Etienne has since masterfully evolved the estate—transitioning to full biodynamic farming while refining the wines' textures to be more supple and aromatic in their youth, without sacrificing their legendary aging potential.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2023 vintage at Montille is a masterclass in \"terroir transparency.\" This release is severely limited; we are navigating an allocation landscape of bottles, not cases.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Across the globe, these wines are vanishing into private cellars before they ever hit a shelf. For the true Burgundy enthusiast, this represents a rare opportunity to secure a vertical slice of Côte d'Or history from an estate that prioritized soul over scales. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44929095565366,"sku":"SOMM2603-MDM23BRO-750","price":52.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2023MaisondeMontille_BourgogneRouge.png?v=1773790133"},{"product_id":"2024-gerard-raphet-bourgogne-les-grands-champs-bourgogne-rougesomm2603-gra24bur-750","title":"2024 Gérard Raphet, Bourgogne \"Les Grands Champs\" Bourgogne Rouge","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eLet’s get right to it: There’s really no better value in old school, single-vineyard red Burgundy than Gérard Raphet’s “Les Grands Champs.”  For those who are new to this mind-blowing Pinot value, here’s what makes it so special. Raphet exclusively sources his \"Bourgogne Rouge\" from a single parcel within the prestigious town of Gevrey-Chambertin, one that falls just beyond the AOC line despite being surrounded by not one, not two, but \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ethree\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e village-level vineyards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIn fact, if you were to stand in Grand Cru Chambertin-Clos de Bèze and look downhill, this parcel would be within viewing distance! How is it possible that this site fell outside the AOC line? Often, vineyards are left out of appellation labeling for slight differences in elevation, slope, and\/or soil composition, but with Les Grands Champs, we distinguish no discernible difference. An astute blind taster would likely nail it as top tier Gevrey-Chambertin, loaded as it is with woodsy flavors, softly knit spices, and deep perfume. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eGérard Raphet, who took over the domaine from his father in 2002, works his parcels manually and farms today’s 50+-year-old vines with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003elutte raisonnée\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e approach— a method that implies an organic approach unless faced with extreme circumstances in difficult vintages. Gérard, Marion, and their team use traditional cultivation methods and harvest only by hand. The grapes undergo strict sorting before fermentation with natural yeasts, and the Bourgogne Rouge is put into mostly neutral French oak barrels for 18 months. It is bottled unfined and unfiltered.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love It:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis is Gevrey-Chambertin for pennies on the dollar!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBright, translucent ruby with supple, knee-weakening aromas of spiced cherries, plum skin, crushed raspberries, violets, cinnamon, star anise, and hints of mint\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePalate is medium-bodied and delivers soft layers of petrichor, forest floor, and damp, crunchy wild berries. It finishes lifted and balanced with a lingering iron-tinged minerality that hints at its Gevrey-Chambertin origins. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHow To Serve It:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis is a Bourgogne Rouge that needs very little coaxing to come roaring out of the gates, but a quick 30 minute decant is still recommended\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eServe it cool, between 55 and 60 degrees, with a classic roast chicken or steak frites and you’ll be in simple, rustic heaven\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIt’s truly a gorgeous Pinot Noir, one that will drink best over the next two to five years. 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