Château Philippe-Le-Hardi - Beaune 1er Cru 'Montée Rouge' 2021 (750ml) Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore Classico

Château Philippe-Le-Hardi - Beaune 1er Cru 'Montée Rouge' 2021 (750ml) Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore ClassicoWinemaker Notes Opening up with a lifted nose of strawberries, amarena cherries and orange zest, the oak ageing is discreet with a prickle of black pepper, a whiff of smoke and sandalwood. Real freshness on the palate, and the red fruit open up to show a touch of mint. Professional Ratings 91Wilfred Wong The 2021 Philippe le Hardi Beaune 1er Cru Monte Rouge offers picture perfect richness and balance. This wine offers aromas and flavors of wild

The 2002 vintage of this wine was ranked #1 on the Wine Spectator's Top 10 Wines of 2005

From a vintage marked by heat

This is a vigorous wine

acacia and sage

While the tawny character is present in the background

is a fragrant white with delicate aromas of jasmine and pink roses

The parcel sits close to the woods and is protected from the wind with excellent exposure

with citrus zest and sour cherries forming its inviting bouquet

Comando G’s “village” wine

calcium carbonate and ash

Clear salinity where you can feel the slate scrape of the limestone terroir

the wine is ample and harmonious