If you are looking for the "bottled sunlight" of the 2022 vintage without the triple-digit price tag, look no further than the 2022 Domaine Arnoux, Beaune 1er Cru "En Genêt." While the elite 1er Crus of Beaune—”Bressandes”, “Cent Vignes”, and “Clos du Roi”—are currently commanding $80 to $155 per bottle, we have secured a US exclusive on their direct neighbor. Nestled perfectly between those heavyweight sites, "En Genêt" is the secret weapon of the Côte de Beaune, offering the pedigree of a top-tier site with a more accessible profile. We’ve negotiated a price that breaks the Burgundy curve. For the price of a standard Village-level wine from a famous name, you are getting a meticulously farmed, 1er Cru thoroughbred from one of the most exciting vintages of the decade.

This is pure silk with “pin-bright” energy! The 2022 vintage has a specific hallmark: accessibility. Unlike cooler years that often hide behind a wall of aggressive tannin, these wines are singing right now. Expect a succulent core of wild strawberry and cranberry crunch, layered with exotic Asian spices and a floral lift that defies the warmth of the season.

The Arnoux family legacy is rooted in neighboring Chorey-lès-Beaune, where they have farmed for four generations. While their home base is in Chorey, their expertise covers the region, allowing them to coax the best expression out of prestigious Beaune 1er Cru sites like "En Genêt." Pascal Arnoux is a master of the "judicious" touch; he farms 20 hectares sustainably and de-stems entirely to ensure that the tannins remain supple and the fruit remains the star. The result is a classically styled Burgundy that manages to be both hedonistic and precise.

Tasting Note: A pulse-pounding exercise in transparency and tension. The nose erupts with high-toned red fruit, damp earth, and dried rose petals. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and crystalline, showing incredible fruit purity framed by finely-etched tannins and a mineral finish that punches way above its weight class. Drink now or cellar for 7–10 years.