This Bourgogne's expressive cherry and raspberry fruit aromas with hints of liquorice and fresh flowers are compellingly good, particularly at this level. There is surprising density and breadth on the palate. The grapes are from Lignier's 1.2 hectares east of the Route Nationale in Nuits, just opposite premier cru Les Cailles in the dejection cone from the Combe de Vallerots. The grapes are destemmed and very gently fermented before ageing in used casks. This wine is perfect for drinking on release or over the next few years. (CC)

The 2022 Bourgogne Grand Chaliot comes from vines south of Nuits Saint-Georges planted in 2010 on limestone soils. The nose is well-defined with pure dark cherry and strawberry fruit and more cohesion than the Plantes Gilbert. The medium-bodied palate is fresh with pliant tannins, crunchy red fruit and a hint of graphite towards the finish. This is the regional red to go for chez Lignier. (NM)