The 2023 Bachelet-Monnot Maranges 1er Cru La Fussière Rouge is a beautifully poised and mineral-driven Pinot Noir from one of the finest Premier Cru vineyards in the southern Côte de Beaune. Produced from limestone-rich hillside parcels in La Fussière, the wine reflects Bachelet-Monnot’s elegant and terroir-focused philosophy, combining the natural structure of Maranges with freshness, precision and remarkable finesse. The nose reveals wild strawberry, red cherry and raspberry layered alongside violet, forest floor and delicate spice notes, giving the wine impressive lift and complexity.
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 subtle earthy complexity are balanced by chalky freshness and fine texture, finishing long, poised and beautifully persistent with excellent structure and ageing potential. Careful extraction and restrained oak usage preserve the transparency and purity of the vineyard while allowing the wine’s mineral detail to shine through.
Ben’s Recommendation:
The 2023 Bachelet-Monnot Maranges 1er Cru La Fussière Rouge is a superb Premier Cru Burgundy — elegant, mineral and beautifully refined with excellent freshness and regional character. Perfect with roast duck, mushroom dishes, quail, charcuterie or lighter game dishes. Enjoy now with decanting or cellar gracefully through 2040+.
