Philippe le Hardi Beaune Montee Rouge Premier Cru (2022)

The Domaine du Château Philippe le Hardi farms 98 hectares across 35 Burgundy climats spanning the Côte de Nuits, Côte de Beaune and Côte Chalonnaise (about 65% Pinot Noir, 35% Chardonnay), from its historic château base at Santenay.

The 2022 opens up with a lifted nose of strawberries, amarena cherries and orange zest, the oak ageing is discreet with a prickle of black pepper, a whiff of smoke and sandalwood. Real freshness on the palate, and the red fruit open up to show a touch of mint.