Domaine René Lequin-Colin, Santenay "La Comme" 1er Cru 2020

The tiny 9ha plot of vineyards belonging to Domaine René Lequin-Colin has been in the same family since 1679. Based in the village of Santenay at the foot of Burgundy's southern Côte de Beaune, they only making wine in minuscule quantities, and have garnered a real reputation for top-quality, small-batch and very authentic Burgundy. Santenay 1er Cru "La Comme" 2020 is taken from a vineyard located at the east corner of Santenay near Chassagne-Montrachet, where the vines are over 45 years old. There is more limestone here than clay giving a great fruity character with structure and finesse to the wines. This Premier Cru Pinot Noir has a deep purple colour with hints of violet, with aromas of ripe raspberries, strawberries and cherries on the nose. The round and soft palate is elegant with silky tannins offering red berry fruit with a touch of vanilla, underbrush and exotic spices leading to a charming long finish.