The 2022 Domaine Sylvie Esmonin Bourgogne Rouge is a remarkably serious regional Burgundy from one of Gevrey-Chambertin’s most respected producers. Crafted entirely from Pinot Noir grown in old vines at the southern edge of Gevrey-Chambertin, this wine consistently performs well above its Bourgogne classification. Domaine Sylvie Esmonin is renowned for producing wines with exceptional concentration, purity and longevity, and she applies the same meticulous vineyard work and traditional winemaking philosophy to this cuvée as she does to her highly acclaimed Gevrey-Chambertin and Premier Cru wines. The outstanding 2022 vintage has produced a Bourgogne Rouge with impressive depth, structure and immediate appeal.
The nose is bright and expressive, revealing aromas of ripe cherry, wild strawberry and raspberry layered with plum, violet and delicate spice. As the wine opens, subtle notes of forest floor, graphite and earthy minerality emerge, complemented by hints of cedar, tobacco leaf and gentle oak spice. The aromatic profile is generous and vibrant, displaying far more complexity than is typically expected from a regional Bourgogne Rouge.
On the palate, it is medium-bodied with silky tannins, vibrant natural acidity and impressive concentration. Layers of juicy red cherry, raspberry and dark berry fruits unfold across the palate, supported by subtle savoury undertones, mineral tension and finely integrated tannins. The warmth of the 2022 vintage provides generous fruit and texture, while the Gevrey-influenced terroir contributes a firmer backbone and greater depth than most Bourgogne Rouge wines. The finish is long, clean and persistent, carrying lingering notes of red berries, light spice, earthy complexity and crushed stone. The style is refined, energetic and unmistakably Burgundian, offering a distinctly "Gevrey-like" character despite its regional classification.
Ben’s Recommendation: At Wine More Cellars, this is one of the finest Bourgogne Rouge wines available and an outstanding introduction to the style of Domaine Sylvie Esmonin. Compared to many regional Burgundy bottlings, this wine offers significantly greater concentration, structure and vineyard character, often drinking at a level comparable to village Gevrey-Chambertin from lesser producers. The outstanding 2022 vintage provides generous fruit, excellent balance and immediate drinking appeal while still possessing the structure to evolve gracefully over the next 6–8 years. Perfect with roast chicken, duck, mushroom risotto, grilled salmon, charcuterie, pork dishes or classic French bistro cuisine.
