2013 Beaune Les Sizies
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Bright medium red. Black cherry, smoke, menthol and a leathery nuance on the nose. Spicy black cherry and licorice flavors show a juicy quality but only moderate depth. Bright acidity underscores the impression of cool medicinal reserve. A bit slight and dry on the finish. Will evolve quickly.
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Jancis Robinson MW
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
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The 2013 Beaune 1er Cru les Sizies, which was hit by hail, though not as bad 2014, was entirely destemmed due to the denuded quantity of fruit. It has a light red berry and cranberry bouquet while the palate is easy-drinking with light tannin, no sign of any rot and a decent tensile finish. Drink this over the next three to five years.
No whole bunch, 20% new oak. Pale crimson. Racked beginning of October. The only wine in tank already. Not hailed too badly. Light and fresh. Very lively and pretty but just a little severe at the moment. (JR)
About the producer
Volnay’s Domaine de Montille is one of the most historic in the Côte d’Or. Founded in 1730, the property remains family-owned and run, with Etienne de Montille – the ninth generation – at the helm today.