2022 Bourgogne Côte d'Or Rouge, L'Ouvrée, Benjamin Leroux

This is a genuine one-off, made from Belle Côte in the lower part of Meursault. Benjamin decided after the 2022 harvest to replant it with Chardonnay. A total of 318 magnums were made, exclusive to Berry Bros. & Rudd. The grapes were de-stemmed and vinified inside a new 500-litre barrel, using a technique called vinification intégrale that has imparted a creamy, floral character reminiscent of whole-bunch. The oak is remarkably well integrated and there is a supple feel to the tannins, along with a lovely lift at the finish. 

Drink 2024 - 2030

Adam Bruntlett, Senior Buyer, Berry Bros. & Rudd