2022 Nicolas Gauffroy Bourgogne Pinot Noir
2022 Nicolas Gauffroy Bourgogne Pinot Noir
The Pinot has a clear aroma of ripe cherries, plums and raspberries. On the palate, it is supple and round with fine tannins and a long finish.
89/100 points Konstantin Baum
“It's a hard grape
to grow. As you know. It's thin-skinned, temperamental, ripens early. It's not
a survivor like Cabernet that can grow anywhere and thrive even when neglected.
Pinot needs constant care and attention and in fact can only grow in specific
little tucked - away corners of the world. And only the most patient and
nurturing growers can do it really, can tap into Pinot's most fragile, delicate
qualities. Only when someone has taken the time to truly understand its
potential can Pinot be coaxed into its fullest expression. And when that
happens, its flavors are the most haunting and brilliant and subtle and
thrilling and ancient on the planet.”
These words were used by Miles, the main character of the movie Sideways, released 20 years ago, to describe Pinot Noir. I can largely agree with him. However, this grape variety also has a big problem: good Pinots are really expensive. Especially the wines from its homeland, Burgundy, can cost as much as a small car. That's why I was delighted with this juicy, light Pinot from Nicolas Gauffroy, which brings a lot of Burgundy to the glass at a reasonable price.
The Pinot has a clear aroma of ripe cherries, plums and raspberries. On the palate, it is supple and round with fine tannins and a long finish.
89/100 points Konstantin Baum
