Santenay Rouge Vieilles Vignes, Domaine Louis Lequin & Fils - 2020

So, you're looking for a red Burgundy that's ready to drink right now. You want something that doesn't need another four years in the cellar, but you also don't want to only find primary fruit on the nose. Well, look no further! Here's a Pinot that is absolutely screaming dirt and earth, a deep and intense wine showing juicy red berries and purple flowers, alongside a touch of animalistic funk and oak spice. The finish is marvelously lengthy. This is a complex Burgundy worth seeking out, and for good reason: Santenay, on the southern end of the Côte de Beaune, is just as steep as Côte-Rôtie. The Lequin clan has been tending vines there since the early 17th century; as the oldest family in the region, they have an impressive collection of the best vineyard sites (and oldest vines) on the hills. Enjoy now with confidence.