2018 Beaune 1er Cru `Les Grèves`, Domaine de Montille, Burgundy, France

Domaine de Montille 2018 Beaune Grèves 1er Cru has a lovely bouquet of red berry fruit laced with slate and bay leaf aromas. The palate is well balanced with a mineral-rich entry, a fine bead of acidity and touches of brown spice sprinkled over the red fruit. The stony, terse finish shows the potential for ageing.

2018 started with a cold, humid winter. During spring, temperatures rose over 30°C so the vines grew very quickly. Harvest started on the 23rd of August, and lasted 3 weeks. The quality of the juice was surprising. The biodynamic practices helped the vines give their best despite the heat waves. As a result, the wines show an incredible balance between alcohol and freshness.