Albert Bichot Domaine du Pavillon Aloe-Corton 1er Cru Clos des Marechaudes Monopole 2023

89-92 / 100

Allen Meadows, Burghound

Here too the expressive nose is really quite pretty with its blend of ripe red berries, soft spice, earth and a delicate touch of wood. The caressing, if not particularly concentrated, middleweight flavors display a subtle minerality on the dusty, balanced and lingering finish.

Contrary to what the wine's name might suggest, the Premier Cru "Les Santenots" is not located in Volnay, but in Meursault. Though the latter is particularly known for its great white wines, some terroirs, such as "Les Santenots" are more adapted to the Pinot Noir grape, allowing it to express all of its finesse.
Several hypotheses exist concerning the origin of this Climat's name. "Santenots" may have derived from the Latin word SENTES (brambles, thorny shrubs), or from SENTU (path) in reference to the paths that traversed the area to descend from Auxey-Duresses to the Roman roadway.