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Domaine Georges Lignier Morey Saint Denis Premier Cru 2017

Morey-Saint-Denis Premier Cru AOC

From a domaine whose wines are "getting better and better" (Jancis Robinson MW), this is a beautifully balanced, pure, intense fruit Morey 1er Cru. Julia Harding MW calls it "generous and rounded". A top vintage red from highly praised Benoit Stehly.

Beyond the Label

Tasting notes

Silky, yet with underlying firm tannins, a strong core of ripe fruit

Aroma

Sweet, ripe red cherry and blackberry fruit, a touch of oak spice

Allergy information

Contains sulphites

Domaine Georges Lignier Morey Saint Denis Premier Cru 2017

More information

  • 13.0% ABV
  • 9.75 Units
  • 750.00 ml
  • 31 December, 2030

Georges Lignier is a third generation family domaine with enviable vineyards holdings, including the largest share of Grand Cru Clos Saint Denis. The family has a total of 16 hectares of vines, dotted over 50 premium parcels throughout Burgundy. In 2008, Georges's nephew Benoît Stehly took charge, "since which time the wines have become finer and finer" (Jancis Robinson MW). Burgundy expert Serena Sutcliffe MW concurs, “this domaine very often produces the essence of the (Pinot Noir) grape". Using handpicked grapes from his Premier Cru vineyards, carefully vinified, then aged in 30% new oak, Benoît has produced a long, complex wine, beautifully aromatic and expressive. Let it breathe before serving with rich game. Alternatively cellar.

"Tannins supple and friendly around a good fruit core. Generous and rounded" Julia Harding MW
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Map showing Morey-Saint-Denis Premier Cru AOC
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