Domaine Besancenot
1994 Beaune Premier Cru Theurons
Aged for 21 years in the Besancenots’ cellar, this venerable Pinot Noir exudes complex aromas and a rich, round and vibrant palate. A rare opportunity to savor a great Burgundy at its peak of maturity.
Rose petals, citrus, meat, leather, and earth form a complex, evolving nose. Later suggestions of chalk, cinnamon, cherries, and, eventually, stewed fruit with a hint of celery. Round and surprisingly rich palate, but with delicate, leathery tannins on an extended finish. Puts me in mind of an old-school style Manhattan — rye, bitters, vermouth, and a real candied Marasca cherry. Delicious and an excellent value.
Food pairing: Duck; roasted chicken dishes; rabbit or other game; mushroom or lentil dishes
The color of this wine shows its age, but this wine still has lots of life left. Powerful and brooding, the scent takes me to a candlelit cave. Still lots of cherry notes, with a bit of prune and leather — yes, this is an old one. A must try for Burgundy enthusiasts!
Food pairing: Quail
The Creator of This Wine
Domaine Besancenot
Successful women winemakers? Just look at Thérèse Besancenot! Heiress to six generations of winemakers, Thérèse, along with brother Dominique, took over her father’s domaine in 2006, and has since been written up by the BBC, Vintages magazine, and the Globe and Mail. “Wine is a passion,” says Thérèse. “It comes from the heart.”
| Producer: | Domaine Besancenot |
| Region: | Burgundy |
| Year: | 1994 |
| Maturity: | 2015-2020 |
| Alcohol: | 13% |
| Bottle size: | 750ml |
| Color: | Red |
| Varietal: | Pinot Noir |
| Flavors: | Red Fruit, Leather, Earth |
| Body: | Medium |
| Soul: | Brooding |
