Wines Vosne-Romanée Domaine Jean Grivot - Les Beaux Monts - 1990

The 1990 Domaine Jean Grivot Vosne-Romanée Les Beaux Monts Premier Cru is a quintessential expression of Burgundy’s Pinot Noir, emerging from a remarkable vintage. This wine hails from the Les Beaux Monts climat, famed for its layered soils of limestone and clay, which lend complexity and finesse to the grapes. Domaine Jean Grivot’s meticulous vineyard management, coupled with traditional vinification techniques such as gentle extraction and aging in French oak barrels, results in a wine that balances structure, aromatic intensity and elegance. Now with over three decades of evolution, this wine reveals a captivating bouquet of ripe cherries, wild strawberries, truffles, forest floor and subtle spicy undertones, all underscored by the hallmark silky tannins of Vosne-Romanée.

Situated in the Côte de Nuits, Burgundy, Vosne-Romanée is widely recognised as one of the world’s most prestigious appellations. The terroir benefits from a continental climate, with warm summers and cool autumns conducive to slow, balanced ripening, crucial for the delicacy and nuance of Pinot Noir. The soils, rich in limestone interspersed with marl, promote healthy drainage and deep root penetration, endowing the wines with both elegance and longevity. This region boasts a viticultural heritage spanning centuries, with Premier Cru sites like Les Beaux Monts held in particularly high regard for their ability to yield wines of great refinement and complexity.

This mature Premier Cru Pinot Noir demands dishes that match its sophistication yet respect its subtlety. Classic Burgundy pairings such as roast duck with cherry sauce, or a succulent pigeon en croûte, beautifully accentuate its aromatics. Alternatively, a tender filet of beef with wild mushrooms, or even regional cheeses like Epoisses, will highlight its depth and silky mouthfeel.

To fully appreciate the multi-faceted character of this wine, serve decanted – especially for mature vintages – at a temperature of 16-18°C. This allows the delicate aromatics to unfold gracefully, providing a moment of genuine Burgundy pleasure to be savoured.