Category: | Red Wines |
Sub-Category: | Red Wines |
Producer: | Benjamin Leroux |
Label Name: | Bonnes Mares Grand Cru |
Vintage: | 2017 |
Country: | France |
Region: | Bonnes‑Mares (Chambolle‑Musigny / Morey‑St‑Denis), Côte de Nuits, Burgundy |
Volume: | 1500ml |
ABV: | 13.5% |
Grape(s): | Pinot Noir |
Acidity: | 4 |
Tannins: | 4 |
Sweetness: | 1 |
Body: | 3 |
Length: | 4 |
Aroma Intensity: | 4 |
Best Temperature: | 16-18°C |
Awards/Ratings
Noted reviews and scores for the 2017 vintage include high marks (typical range ~92–95 points). Selected references: WineDecoded/Burgundy reviews (92–95). Jancis Robinson reviewed the wine. Berry Bros. 5% and drinking window 2023–2046
Tasting Note
Brooding dark cherry and black plum with violet, forest floor and spice; silky yet structured palate, chalky minerality, firm tannins and a long saline finish.
Food Pairing
Western: roast duck, mushroom risotto, roast lamb, braised short rib, porcini‑risotto. Asian: Peking duck, miso‑glazed salmon/black cod, Korean BBQ short ribs, mushroom hot pot, soy‑glazed pork belly.
Production Method
Fermented with indigenous yeasts in demi‑muids; variable whole‑cluster use (0–80%) depending on parcel; aged in foudres and barrels with limited new oak; minimal fining/filtration; organic/biodynamic practices.
Vineyard Info
Benjamin Leroux, a Beaune‑based vigneron (domaine/négoce founded 2007), makes small‑production Grand Crus; certified organic and practices biodynamics, focusing on parcel‑level expression.