Philippe le Hardi Beaune 1er Cru Montee Rouge 2021

About the Winery: One of Burgundy's largest wine Domaines. Its prestigious heritage, which comprises a remarkable Chateau with a glazed tile roof and 90 hectares of vineyards, is the product of a time-old legacy that is closely tied to the history of the Burgundy wine region. This remarkable chateau, with its varnished tiles, is a spectacular piece of heritage closely tied to the region's history. Its vineyards are split between the Cote d'Or and Cote Chalonnaise. The diversity of its 'climats' results in a rich palette of wines with distinctive styles that reflect the subtleties of the Burgundy varietals. The estate began its organic conversion in 2021 across its 100 hectares of owned vineyards and has been certified since the summer of 2024. The 2024 vintage is the first produced under organic farming.

The vineyard has an alluvial soil with a north-east exposure. The 2021 vintage was marked by frost in April which severely impacted the future harvest. It was also a rainy year and globally cooler than recent trends. Fortunately, the lull in June allowed flowering to take place unhindered and véraison was good thanks to fine weather from mid-August onwards. Winemakers who worked hard to the very end sorting the grapes both in the vineyard and in the winery, have produced fine wines reminiscent of older vintages, with degrees close to those of the 1990s. In the end, the 2021 vintage offers lively wines with delicate aromas.

Winemaker's Tasting Notes: The small red fruits, combined with notes of blond tobacco and spices, bring a very appreciable gourmet touch. The palate, supple and full-bodied, remains fresh while leaning on beautiful silky tannins. The finish and length are also present. Aged for15 months, in 30% new oak barrels. Optimal drinking window is 3-7 years.

Serving Suggestions: Grilled beef, fresh red fruit salad. 

Varietal: Pinot Noir.