Wines Vosne-Romanée Domaine Forey Père & Fils - Les Petits Monts - 2018

Domaine Forey Père & Fils’ 2018 Vosne-Romanée Premier Cru “Les Petits Monts” is an evocative red Burgundy rooted in one of the most prized terroirs of the Côte de Nuits. Made exclusively from Pinot Noir, this Premier Cru expresses the finesse and intensity characteristic of Vosne-Romanée. The 2018 vintage, marked by a warm and generous growing season, contributes depth and ripeness to the fruit, while the skilled vinification at Forey transforms the hand-harvested grapes into an elegant, layered wine. The nose typically presents refined aromas of ripe cherry, wild strawberry, and blackcurrant, mingling with floral undertones of rose and violet, all overlaid by subtle spice, earth, and a gentle suggestion of oak. The palate is seductive and supple, displaying fine tannins, bright acidity and a persistent mineral backbone reflective of the vineyard’s stony soils.

The Côte de Nuits, the northern stretch of Burgundy’s renowned Côte d’Or, is celebrated as the heartland of world-class Pinot Noir. Vosne-Romanée, in particular, is famed for its silk-textured, powerfully structured wines from limestone-rich soils. The region’s semi-continental climate, with cool winters and warm, dry summers, contributes to optimal ripening of Pinot Noir, while ancient winemaking traditions underpin the unique personalities of each Premier Cru vineyard. Les Petits Monts benefits from an elevated position just above the illustrious grands crus, allowing for excellent drainage and sun exposure, which foster complexity and aromatic refinement.

Pair this Vosne-Romanée with classic Burgundian dishes such as coq au vin or duck breast with black cherry sauce. Its nuanced structure also elevates slow-cooked lamb, veal in a morel sauce, or a simple mushroom risotto. For regional authenticity, consider serving it alongside Époisses cheese or tender pigeon with chestnuts.

For optimal enjoyment, decant the wine for at least 30 minutes to allow it to blossom aromatically. Serve at 15-17°C to highlight its finesse and complexity. With further ageing, the wine will continue to evolve, developing even greater depth and aromatic subtlety.