Domaine Alexandre Bonnet - Coteaux Champenois rouge 2021
16/20
Jancis Robinson
“A fresh, refined, and elegant Pinot Noir. Wine lovers, take note!”
Let yourself be surprised by this invigorating red Coteaux Champenois, with delicate aromas of Burlat cherries and red berries. A fresh, refined nose, followed by a smooth, long, and well-structured palate. A moment of pleasure, in the true tradition of still wines from Les Riceys.
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Eye
A light yet deep garnet color
Nose
Fresh and delicate, with aromas of Burlat cherries, red berries, and peonies, and a hint of smokiness
Palate
Lively and smooth, well-structured, with excellent length and fine, fresh tannins
Serve
At 16°C
Drink before
2027
Food and wine pairings
Pair it with a nice cut of red meat, such as a leg of lamb, beef bourguignon, or a hearty stew...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated 3 stars (A high-quality product that serves as a benchmark in its sector)
About the estate:
This winery in Les Riceys has completely overhauled its operations, adopting a “domain” model with numerous single-vineyard wines inspired by the Burgundian style. It specializes in red grapes (though it produces a respectable white blend, “Harmonie de Blancs,” made from Pinot Blanc and Chardonnay) and, in particular, a delicious saignée rosé—that is, one made by starting the winemaking process as a red wine rather than, as is more often the case in Champagne, through a blend of red and white wines. The champagnes have gradually gained depth of flavor and finesse of texture.
Decanter
Rated Winery Recommended
Guide des Vins Gault & Millau
Rated Category: Recommended (Recommended)
About the estate:
The village lies at the far end of the Laignes Valley, on the border between Champagne and Burgundy. It is a land of hillsides that people have patiently shaped for viticulture over the centuries. Its history and its name are diverse, yet its reputation is singular: Les Riceys. On the steepest slopes of Champagne, the Kimmeridgian limestone gives the Pinot Noirs of Les Riceys the unique character that has earned its three appellations their reputation: Champagne, Coteaux-Champenois, and Rosé-des-Riceys. Here, the Alexandre Bonnet estate produces some of the most prized wines of the Côte des Bar.
Jancis Robinson
Wine rated (2024 guide) 16/20
Rated: Recommended
About the wine:
Pale red. Cranberry-like and as thin as a hair, yet with a core of sweetness. Very delicate tannins—fleeting, even. The structure comes more from the fruit’s tension and well-defined acidity.