Domaine Désertaux-Ferrand Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2023.
Variety: 100% Pinot Noir
Alcohol: 13% ABV
At last — a truly artisan Côte de Nuits Burgundy that combines pedigree with genuine value-for-money. This 2023 Bourgogne Pinot Noir offers classic colour and immediate aromatic appeal: earthy forest floor, red cherry, wild strawberry and a hint of smoky reduction that adds intrigue rather than weight.
The palate is elegant yet assured, with a fine-boned structure supporting the velvet fruit texture. There is a juicy-sweet generosity to the fruit — not sweetness in terms of sugar, but a natural ripeness and charm that makes the wine irresistibly slurpable. Beneath this approachability lies a pleasing layer of texture and complexity rarely encountered at this level. Subtle spice, gentle tannins and a savoury mineral thread give the wine dimension and persistence.
This is not merely “basic” Burgundy; it is Bourgogne from the Côte de Nuits, and that distinction is telling in its depth and finesse. Decanting is highly recommended to allow the aromatics to unfurl. Drink now with charcuterie, roast chicken or duck breast, or cellar for up to 5 more years. A superb introduction to the estate — and a compelling wine in its own right.
