Rating: 4.0/5
This Bourgogne Côte d’Or 2021 exhibits a ruby colour with clear clarity, emitting a medium-intensity nose that showcases primary aromas of raspberry and strawberry, secondary notes of cloves, and tertiary hints of forest floor. The palate is medium-bodied, with high tannins and acidity, complemented by a silky texture and medium flavour intensity, revealing primary flavours of raspberry and strawberry. The finish is medium plus in length, showcasing excellent balance and complexity.
At a glance
- Type: Red
- Appearance: clear, medium, ruby
- Nose: medium; raspberry, strawberry / cloves / forest floor
- Palate: Body medium, Tannin high, Acidity high, Alcohol medium, Sweetness dry, Feel silky, Flavour intensity medium
- Tastes: raspberry, strawberry / forest floor
- Finish: medium plus
- Development: Fully Developed
- Readiness: drink now but it will age
- Balanced: yes
- Complex: yes
Food pairings
- Raspberry tart with creamy goat cheese
- Spicy lamb koftas with roasted forest mushrooms
- Strawberry BBQ sauce for grilled meats
- Forest floor salad with roasted beets and goat cheese
- Raspberry sorbet with crunchy almond biscuits
- Grilled salmon with strawberry-balsamic glaze
- Meaty beef burgers with raspberry jam and cheddar
- Crispy duck with raspberry-port reduction