Jean Grivot - Vosne-Romanée 1er cru - Les Beaux Monts - Red - 2017

Wine:

The 2017 Vosne-Romanée Premier Cru Les Beaux Monts Red is already showing remarkable appeal. Its complex aromatic profile reveals fresh fruit aromas, citrus peel, exotic spices, and delicate rose petal. Silky tannins provide a supple texture, while vibrant, flavorful notes are carried by a luminous, precise structure. The touch of oak brings depth and finesse, enhancing the wine's elegance without overshadowing its purity. The harmony of flavors and the inherent nobility of this wine are unmistakable. Rated 95/100 by the RVF Guide (Revue du Vin de France).

Vinification:

Vines aged 60 years or more on 0.93 ha. Hand-harvested. 100% destemmed. Cold pre-fermentation maceration for around 6 days, alcoholic fermentation using only indigenous yeasts in stainless-steel vats, daily pumping over with temperature and density controls, very little punching down depending on the context of the vintage. Vatting time averages 20 days. Malolactic fermentation followed by 15 months' ageing in barrels, 30% of which are new and the remainder aged for 1, 2 and 3 wines, then racking and massing for 2 to 3 months in stainless steel tanks. No fining or filtration before bottling.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C in a large glass.

Food and wine pairing:

Spit-roasted free-range poultry, gibelotte rabbit, herb-crusted prime rib, slow-cooked veal with fresh thyme jus, aged Burgundy cheeses such as those from Cîteaux Abbey.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2035 and beyond for enthusiasts.

A cornerstone of Burgundy’s elite, Domaine Jean Grivot is a name of international renown. The estate boasts an exceptional collection of 12 Premier Crus and 3 Grand Crus, crafted under the guidance of Etienne Grivot and his children, Mathilde and Hubert. Their wines are defined by clarity, depth, and precision, hallmarks of thoughtful winemaking and meticulous vineyard work.


The estate's style embodies classic Burgundian elegance, with recent vintages gaining in concentration and textural richness. Barrel aging is handled with precision, using no more than one-third new oak to preserve freshness and purity.


Awarded 2 stars in the RVF Guide (Revue du Vin de France), this discreet yet highly regarded estate produces wines renowned for their silky texture, generous volume, and vibrant energy — qualities that have established its reputation as one of Burgundy’s finest.