The 2023 Vignobles Ludovic Pierrot Santenay Champs Claude is a finely crafted Pinot Noir from the southern end of Burgundy’s Côte de Beaune. Sourced from the Champs Claude vineyard in Santenay, this wine reflects the appellation’s limestone-rich soils and hillside exposures, delivering a style that balances vibrant fruit with the structure and savoury character for which Santenay is known. Ludovic Pierrot’s focus on terroir expression and minimal intervention allows the vineyard’s character to take centre stage.
On the palate, it is elegant and beautifully balanced, with flavours of red cherry, wild strawberry and raspberry layered with subtle notes of forest floor, dried herbs and gentle spice. Fine tannins provide shape and texture, while fresh acidity brings energy and precision. The finish is long and refined, carrying bright red fruit and a delicate mineral edge that reflects the vineyard’s Burgundian origins.
Ben’s Recommendation: At Wine More Cellars, this is an excellent choice for Pinot Noir lovers seeking a traditional village Burgundy with freshness, finesse and regional character. Its balance of fruit, savoury complexity and fine structure makes it highly versatile at the table. Enjoy now or cellar over the next 5–8 years. Pair with roast duck, pork loin, mushroom risotto, roast chicken or soft-ripened cheeses.
