The 2023 Bachelet-Monnot Santenay Les Prarons Dessus is a beautifully refined and mineral-driven Pinot Noir from one of Santenay’s most respected hillside vineyards in the southern Côte de Beaune. Produced from limestone-rich parcels in the elevated Les Prarons Dessus site, the wine reflects Bachelet-Monnot’s elegant and terroir-focused philosophy, combining vibrant red fruit, fine structure and impressive freshness. The nose reveals wild strawberry, red cherry and raspberry layered alongside violet, subtle spice and delicate earthy notes, giving the wine remarkable lift and precision.
On the palate, it is light to medium-bodied with silky tannins, vibrant natural acidity and a finely etched mineral core. Layers of bright red berry fruit, savoury spice and gentle earthy complexity are balanced by chalky freshness and supple texture, finishing long, poised and beautifully persistent with excellent detail and finesse. Restrained oak usage and careful extraction preserve the transparency and purity of the vineyard while allowing the wine’s mineral tension to emerge gracefully.
Ben’s Recommendation:
The 2023 Bachelet-Monnot Santenay Les Prarons Dessus is a superb Côte de Beaune Pinot Noir — elegant, mineral and beautifully composed with excellent freshness and regional character. Perfect with roast duck, mushroom dishes, grilled chicken, charcuterie or lighter game dishes. Enjoy now or cellar comfortably through 2038+.
