2021 Guilbert Gillet Chorey-lès-Beaune Les Beaumonts

Guilbert Gillet’s 2021 Chorey-lès-Beaune Les Beaumonts offers a focused expression of Pinot Noir from a named vineyard in Burgundy’s Côte de Beaune. The cuvée comes from old vines planted in the 1950s on clay soils in Les Beaumonts, giving this village wine a clear connection to a particular place and its established vines.

Based in nearby Savigny-lès-Beaune, Domaine Guilbert-Gillet began in 2020. Benjamin Guilbert’s route into winemaking included formal study and experience at respected estates before he and Caroline established their own project with the support of René Gillet. Individual vineyards are central to the range, allowing drinkers to explore the differences between neighbouring sites.

For Les Beaumonts, the estate’s Japanese importer highlights juicy fruit, a supple texture and a saline mineral impression, with delicacy alongside its substance. This 750ml bottle is a thoughtful selection for a Burgundy dinner or a comparison with the producer’s Savigny wines. Suggested pairings include roast chicken, pork tenderloin or mushroom dishes; serve in a spacious glass and give it time to open.