The 2023 Vignobles Ludovic Pierrot Santenay Rouge Clos Genêt is a characterful Pinot Noir from a single vineyard in Santenay, located in the southern Côte de Beaune. The Clos Genêt parcel sits on clay-limestone soils with east-facing exposure, conditions that contribute both ripeness and freshness to the wine. Farmed using biodynamic principles, this release highlights the purity and site expression that have become hallmarks of Ludovic Pierrot’s winemaking.
On the palate, it is elegant and finely structured, with flavours of black cherry, raspberry and plum layered with notes of rose petal, forest floor and gentle spice. Fine tannins provide shape and texture, while fresh acidity brings energy and balance. Matured in older oak to preserve fruit character, the wine finishes with savoury complexity and a subtle mineral edge that reflects its clay-limestone terroir.
Ben’s Recommendation: At Wine More Cellars, this is an excellent choice for Burgundy lovers seeking a village-level Pinot Noir with authenticity, freshness and a strong sense of place. Its balance of vibrant fruit, fine structure and earthy complexity makes it highly versatile with food. Enjoy now with a short decant or cellar over the next 5–8 years. Pair with roast duck, pork tenderloin, mushroom risotto, roast chicken or aged Gruyère.
