2022 Organic Beaune 1er Cru Les Avaux, Jean-Claude Boisset

• Style: Silky, mineral-driven Pinot Noir
• Taste: Cherry and blackcurrant with savoury spice, mouthwatering acidity
• Food: Roasted game, beef, brown-butter scallops
• Occasion: Date Night; Gifting
• Serve: Now through 2028, natural cork
• Organic: Certified, 2022 vintage, 14% ABV

In the Glass — Tasting Notes

A silky, mineral-driven red that captures the classical charm of mature Pinot Noir from Beaune's finest west-facing slope. Cherry and blackcurrant aromas meld with savoury spice, while well-balanced tannins and mouthwatering acidity cut through richness and carry the wine's depth to a long mineral finish. The 2022 vintage delivered excellent ripeness despite summer heat—rain arrived when needed most, and by early September harvest, the grapes were so clean that sorting proved almost unnecessary. Twenty-one days of skin contact and 33% new French oak have built structure without heaviness.

The Winery — Jean-Claude Boisset

Grégory Patriat, formerly head viticulturist at the legendary Domaine Leroy, now leads this négociant's operations from a gravity-fed winery in Nuits-Saint-Georges. His meticulous vineyard-focused approach shapes every bottle, and his work with the 32-year-old vines in Les Avaux—rooted in deep, clay-limestone soils—reflects the rigorous practice he honed over years. Founded by the Boisset family in 1961 and now housed in a converted convent, the house produces wines that are truly reflective of their specific vineyard sites. Jancis Robinson MW wrote of his work here that she "was utterly knocked out by the balance and refinement" of his wines.

At Your Table — Food Pairing & Serving

This is benchmark Burgundy that demands food and rewards patience. Pair with roasted game, beef with brown butter, or charred scallops—the wine's structure and acidity make these pairings sing. At 14% alcohol and sealed with natural cork, it drinks with the refinement Beaune's best sites promise. Drink now through 2028. Whether you're marking a special occasion with someone you love or seeking a gift that speaks to thoughtful winemaking, this organic Beaune sits alongside the finest examples in the region. Explore our full Pinot Noir selection or discover more treasures from our France collection.