Louis Jadot, Coteaux Bourguignon, Burgundy, France, 2017

Drinking Window: 2020 – 2024
Jadot combines Pinot Noir grown in Givry in the Côte Chalonnaise with Gamay from Beaujolais and releases it after an extended time in bottle, which is why 2017 is the current vintage. Blending 75% Gamay and 25% Pinot Noir in 2017, it shows the virtue of using these two grapes: the spine and savoury nuances provided by Pinot Noir act as a foil for Gamay’s red fruit-like profile in this beautifully balanced wine. Fine tannins allow for immediate enjoyment and make it easy to recommend for everyday enjoyment.
Points: 88