2021 Bonnes-Mares, Grand Cru, Domaine Bertheau, Burgundy

From a .344 ha parcel located in 100% terres rouges.

A more deeply pitched nose features notes of dark berries, plum, and newly turned earth, the latter of which is reflected by the bigger-bodied and more powerful medium-weight flavours that possess good richness as well as a seductive mid-palate. All this is wrapped in a balanced, complex, and only mildly austere finale. In contrast to the Amoureuses, which could be approached young, this will need patience.

Drink from 2031 onward

The deepest, most structured cuvée in the cellar is the 2021 Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru, a medium to full-bodied, ample and fleshy effort evocative of raspberries, plums, orange zest, peonies, potpourri and spices. Layered and seamless, it's a supple, charming wine that exhibits good depth and persistence.