Domaine Michel Magnien Morey-Saint-Denis Premier Cru Climats d’Or 2022 750ml

90-93 There is a herbal tea top note to the brooding aromas of black raspberry, newly turned earth, violet and ripe plum. The super-sleek, even chiseled, medium-bodied flavors also possess a really lovely texture that carries over to the persistent and well-balanced finale that could again use better depth.

• Country: France
• Region: Burgundy
• Appellation: Cote De Nuits
• Sub Appellation: Morey-Saint-Denis
• Size: 750ml
• Color: Red
• Alcohol by Vol: 13.0%

Varietal

Pinot Noir

Regularly described as being the grape varietal responsible for producing the world’s most romantic wines, Pinot Noir has long been associated with elegance and a broad range of flavors The name means ‘black pine’ in French, and this is due to the fact that the fruit of this particular varietal is especially dark in color, and hangs in a conical shape, like that of a pine cone. Despite being grown today in almost every wine producing country, Pinot Noir is a notoriously difficult grape variety to cultivate. This is because it is especially susceptible to various forms of mold and mildew, and thrives best in steady, cooler climates. However, the quality of the fruit has ensured that wineries and vintners have persevered with the varietal, and new technologies and methods have overcome many of the problems it presents. Alongside this, the wide popularity and enthusiasm for this grape has ensured it will remain a firm favorite amongst wine drinkers for many years to come.