Wine Reviews

This is aromatically similar to the straight Beaune villages with just a bit more evident wood influence. The very rich, even opulent, and relatively full-bodied flavors are at once succulent and punchy while delivering fine length on the slightly longer and more structured finale.

The 2019 Beaune 1er Cru Bressandes Blanc (Domaine Gagey) has turned out nicely, mingling notes of buttered orchard fruit, fresh pasty, white flowers and peach in an inviting bouquet. Medium to full-bodied, satiny and saline, it’s a charming, elegantly textural white that will offer a broad drinking window.

Aromas of pear and yellow apple, framed by delicate top notes of petrol and wheat toast, preface the 2018 Beaune 1er Cru Bressandes Blanc (Domaine Gagey), a medium to full-bodied, supple and satiny wine that’s elegantly textural but incisive. This is a fine cuvée.

There’s impressive weight and richness here with some riper peaches, framed in notes of lightly spicy nougat and almond meal. Very bright acidity freshens the finish.

The 2017 Beaune Bressandes Blanc 1er Cru has a fresh, slightly granitic bouquet that opens nicely in the glass, a discreet petrol-like scent loitering in the background. The harmonious palate is well balanced with crisp acidity and a saline finish that urges you back for another sip.