Tasting Notes
Robert Parker 89-91
The 2020 Hautes-Côtes de Beaune Altitude 421 is full of promise, bursting with aromas of plums, sweet berry fruit and petals. Medium to full-bodied, layered and lively, it’s framed by fine, powdery tannins and bright acids.
Vinous 90-92
The 2020 Bourgogne Hautes-Côtes de Beaune “Bignon 421” (note the slight name change since last year) received only one bit of sulphur in June and Champy relies on reduction to protect the wine. Matured in 500-litre barrels, this was slightly reduced on the nose when I tasted it with Boris Champy, but there is clearly fine concentration here. The palate is well balanced with lightly spiced, pretty red fruit on the entry. Harmonious, silky smooth with cranberry and wild strawberry on the finish, this is a lovely Hautes-Côtes but it will need 12-18 months in bottle.
Anticipated maturity: 2024-2032
