Tasting Notes
Premier Cru level Burgundy Pinot Light colour Hints of terroir on the nose Silky length on the palate
✦ Wine Intel
AI ResearchedThe Louis Jadot Beaune Premier Cru 2022 is a full-bodied Pinot Noir assembled from grapes sourced across multiple Premier Cru parcels throughout the Beaune appellation, vinified and aged in oak barrels for 18 months before bottling. The 2022 vintage was shaped by a hot, dry growing season rescued by significant June rains, resulting in a modest yet concentrated crop with ideal sanitary conditions. It is widely regarded as a strong-value entry point into Jadot's Premier Cru range, offering complexity and aging potential at a relatively accessible price.
Maison Louis Jadot
Founded in 1859 in Beaune, Louis Jadot is one of Burgundy's most important négociants and growers, owning or controlling over 141 hectares of Premier and Grand Cru vineyards across the Côte d'Or. The house is renowned for its consistent quality across all price points and produces an extensive portfolio spanning Bourgogne to Grand Cru wines.
Blend
100% Pinot Noir
Tasting Profile
Bold and dramatic aromas of dark blue and black fruits, damp earth, and mocha. On the palate it is elegant and full-bodied with red and black fruit flavours, spice, and firm tannins that support long-term development.
Region
Beaune is the historic capital of Burgundy and epicentre of the Côte de Beaune, home to 42 Premier Cru vineyards climbing pastoral hillside slopes to the city's west. The appellation is dominated by Pinot Noir, with sandy soils producing light, supple, and floral-driven red wines typically best enjoyed within five to ten years.
Price Context
Approximately $55 USD / €42 EUR per bottle (average retail, ex-tax), representing strong value for a Beaune Premier Cru from a top négociant.
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