95 points Charles Curtis, MW (Decanter): "Bouchard has nearly four hectares of this, perhaps the greatest site in the Beaune appellation. On a modest slope with east-southeast exposure in the heart of the terroir, this has produced a sophisticated, elegant wine in 2020, fermenting out to barely 13.5% alcohol with a pH between 3.5–3.6. The fruit is supremely luxurious and lush, yet underscored with plenty of nuance of spice, smoke, earth, and leather. The texture is dense and powerful yet superbly elegant — a triumph. Drinking Window: 2025-2050. (Nov 2021)"
94 points Christy Canterbury, MW (TimAtkin.com): "Beautifully pure with intense black cherry fruits scented by violets and savory spices, the palate echoes the nose. The copious fruits on the palate are brightened by mineral lift and roaring acidity while the finessed, mouthcoating tannins relax into the background. 2024-32. (2022)"
94 points James Suckling: "Still pretty closed, this is a concentrated and seriously structured wine for a Beaune 1er Cru, which has clearly been built for the long-term. However, its the pronounced, stony minerality that makes this exciting. Bold and still quite tight finish. From a 3.92-hectare plot in one of Beaune's top sites. From organically grown grapes. Drinkable now, but best from 2024. (8/8/22)"
92-94 points William Kelley (Wine Advocate): "Unfurling in the glass with aromas of blackberries and raspberries mingled with notions of warm spices, rose petals, orange rind and dark chocolate, the 2020 Beaune 1er Cru Les Grèves Vigne de l'Enfant Jesus is medium to full-bodied, ample and concentrated, with a deep core of fruit that's framed by rich, powdery tannins and succulent acids. It's a terrific effort that should land toward the upper end of my score range. (Jan 2022)"
91-94 points Jasper Morris, MW (Inside Burgundy): "This is a free draining soil, but deep enough that it did not dry out during the parched summer. Dark purple black, one of the more sunshine laden bouquets but with a joyous plump fruit on the palate refreshed at the back by a little useful acidity. Good length, no undue heat. (Nov 2021)"
Bill Nanson (Burgundy Report): "(Four different plots, vinified separately, with different vine ages – 45 and 65 years old at the bottom and 25 plus 35 years old at the top – that’s one day difference in terms of ripeness – 0.5 ha recently replanted. 3.91 ha.) A fuller nose, more finely divided complexity. Extra width – that’s super – depth and complexity of flavour – structure too but never hard. This wine has everything. Bravo – so complete! (Dec 2021)"
94 points Christy Canterbury, MW (TimAtkin.com): "Beautifully pure with intense black cherry fruits scented by violets and savory spices, the palate echoes the nose. The copious fruits on the palate are brightened by mineral lift and roaring acidity while the finessed, mouthcoating tannins relax into the background. 2024-32. (2022)"
94 points James Suckling: "Still pretty closed, this is a concentrated and seriously structured wine for a Beaune 1er Cru, which has clearly been built for the long-term. However, its the pronounced, stony minerality that makes this exciting. Bold and still quite tight finish. From a 3.92-hectare plot in one of Beaune's top sites. From organically grown grapes. Drinkable now, but best from 2024. (8/8/22)"
92-94 points William Kelley (Wine Advocate): "Unfurling in the glass with aromas of blackberries and raspberries mingled with notions of warm spices, rose petals, orange rind and dark chocolate, the 2020 Beaune 1er Cru Les Grèves Vigne de l'Enfant Jesus is medium to full-bodied, ample and concentrated, with a deep core of fruit that's framed by rich, powdery tannins and succulent acids. It's a terrific effort that should land toward the upper end of my score range. (Jan 2022)"
91-94 points Jasper Morris, MW (Inside Burgundy): "This is a free draining soil, but deep enough that it did not dry out during the parched summer. Dark purple black, one of the more sunshine laden bouquets but with a joyous plump fruit on the palate refreshed at the back by a little useful acidity. Good length, no undue heat. (Nov 2021)"
Bill Nanson (Burgundy Report): "(Four different plots, vinified separately, with different vine ages – 45 and 65 years old at the bottom and 25 plus 35 years old at the top – that’s one day difference in terms of ripeness – 0.5 ha recently replanted. 3.91 ha.) A fuller nose, more finely divided complexity. Extra width – that’s super – depth and complexity of flavour – structure too but never hard. This wine has everything. Bravo – so complete! (Dec 2021)"
| Product SKU | 342278 |
| Producer | Bouchard |
| Country | France |
| Region | Burgundy |
| SubRegion | Côtes de Beaune |
| Appellation | Beaune |
| Varietal | Pinot Noir |
| Designation | Premier Cru|Monopole |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | Red |
| ABV | 13.5% |
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