2012 Beaune Clos des Marconnets

The 2012 Beaune 1er Cru Clos des Marconnets comes from a single block of 3.8 hectares. (It is not actually a monopole, although Chanson is the only one to bottle this cru separately.) It has an attractive bouquet with blackberry, bergamot and minerals – well-defined and unfurling nicely in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with a supple opening. There are copious notes of white pepper-laced black and red fruit as well as a nicely focused, feminine finish. Drink 2016-2025. Importer: Terlato International and Mentzendorff (UK)