With an enviable arsenal of world-famous vineyards and a mindblowing lineup that has reimagined the very definition of luxury Pinot Noir, Domaine Georges Lignier is on the fast track to dominating Grand Cru Burgundy’s hall of fame. These rare gems are the embodiment of “Burgundy’s one percent,” and if you’re seeking impeccable, top-level Grand Crus with a colossal ROI. Essentially one in five vines in this legendary, millennium-deep Grand Cru is owned by Domaine Lignier, making it the undisputed heavyweight champion of this fabled terroir. This library 2011 vintage is poised to impress the most discerning Burgundy palates. 

The nose is dominated by lush red fruits and exotic perfumes that reveal themselves in the form of redcurrant, crushed Bing cherry, wild raspberry, spiced plum, pomegranate oil, rosehip, and blood orange zest, all of which mingle with finely crushed rocks, rich baking spices, struck flint, clay, and wisps of smoke. While it’s been ingrained in us that top Grand Cru Burgundy needs many, many years before opening, this quickly proves that theory wrong. At five years old, this plush, broadly layered, and highly nuanced Pinot Noir has already entered a profound drinking window, one that will stay open for another 10-15 years. Savor in Burgundy stems around 60 degrees, whenever a special occasion arises. Cheers!