The 2011 Beaune 1er Cru Champimonts is one-third whole bunch fermented. It has a light, earthy, sous-bois tinged nose that is very cool and perhaps conservative. The palate is well-balanced with fresh red cherry and raspberry fruit. The tannins are finer here, with a smooth texture and a pleasing, fleshy finish that lingers nicely in the mouth. This is one of Thibault Marion’s best red wines. Drink now-2020.
I have written about Seguin-Manuel on many occasions, ever since a memorable tasting of ancient negociant vintages back in 2005 that elicited more perfect scores than any other (three to be exact.) Winemaker and proprietor Thibault Marion’s wines have little in common with those historical bottles, but he is carving a name for himself as one of Burgundy’s most thoughtful winemakers. Since 2009, he has been cultivating his own vines organic and they were certified last year.
(WA 29th Aug 2013)
