Maison de la Chapelle, Irancy, Burgundy, France, 2019

Drinking Window: 2023 – 2029
Here’s a great example of the high-quality wines from Irancy that a newly established small domaine can produce. Made entirely from Pinot Noir, this Irancy is a terrific expression of the appellation. Dark cherry-like fruitiness offsets the wine’s stony, iron-tinged side. Firm, but not hard, tannins provide needed structure, especially in a hot year like 2019. It displays a chiseled purity, good weight, and a finish marked by uplifting freshness.
Points: 92