Bourgogne Mongeard-Mugneret (Domaine) 2018

The Mongeard-Mugneret domain now operates an expansive network of vineyards, following the best Burgundy traditions. It covers land in the Côte de Nuits and Côte de Beaune, including some of the most prestigious villages (Gevrey-Chambertin, Chambolle-Musigny, Vougeot, Nuits-Saint-Georges and Savigny-lès-Beaune). The heart of the operation remains in Vosne-Romanée. Vincent Mongeard (Jean's son) strives not only to maintain and enhance the family heritage, but also to expand it whenever the opportunity arises, in order to extend the domain's range. The operation now includes around 30 hectares of land, spread across 33 appellations producing not only white Burgundy and Aligoté wines, but also – and mainly – red wines from the Côte's finest vineyards. The vines are located mid-slope, facing south-east, on limestone-clay soil. This domain produces excellent cuvées which are racy and delicate, delivering superb velvety textures.
Matured in two-year-old barrels, this wine exudes aromas of red berries, with the occasional more animal note (after a few years). The tannic structure is moderately intense and supple, which means it can be enjoyed young.