Jean-Noël Gagnard Santenay 1er Cru Clos de Tavannes '22

The Jean-Noël Gagnard Santenay 1er Cru Clos de Tavannes 2022 is a Pinot Noir from a 0.30-hectare parcel in Santenay, located in the southern Côte de Beaune. The vineyard is planted in shallow marl soil with broken stones on Argovian limestone, facing southeast at an altitude of 240m. The wine is crafted using organic and biodynamic methods, with 100% de-stemming, ambient yeast fermentation, and aging in barrels for 12-18 months (25% new oak). This wine offers a charming and characterful nose with wild briary fruit, followed by a juicy palate filled with hedgerow fruits, bright red cherries, and notes of violet and licorice. The wine has impressive depth, structure, and freshness, with a firm yet supple texture. It is noted as the best red from the cellar, offering both charm and remarkable concentration. Only 150 cases are produced annually.