Dom. Chantal Lescure cote de beaune rouge "clos des topes bizot" 2022

Domaine Chantal Lescure – Côte de Beaune 'Clos des Topes Bizot' Rouge 2022

The Elegant Monopole

In 2026, the 2022 'Clos des Topes Bizot' Rouge has matured into a beautifully balanced expression of Beaune’s high-slope terroir. This monopole (a vineyard owned exclusively by the estate) is often overshadowed by its more famous white counterpart, but the 2022 red is a hidden gem from a solar vintage, offering a combination of ripe fruit and the structural "backbone" that Chantal Lescure is known for.

The Terroir: Old Vines & Stones

• The Plot: A 3-hectare parcel of vieilles vignes (old vines) planted in 1960. It is ideally situated on the "Montagne de Beaune," facing due east just above the Premier Cru L'Écu.

• The Soil: A very lean, caillouteux (stony) terrain with clay and pebbles over a limestone base. This rocky composition is the key to the wine's mineral tension, preventing the Pinot Noir from becoming too heavy in the warm 2022 season.

🍷 2022 Tasting Notes (Drinking in 2026)

This vintage has shed its primary "tightness" and is currently in a very expressive, silky phase.

• The Nose: Classic and floral. It opens with ripe cherry and blackcurrant, followed by sophisticated layers of violet, mint, and a touch of smoky earth.

• The Palate: Souple et charnue (supple and fleshy). The attack is gentle, leading into a mid-palate that feels juicy and "alive." The tannins are present but have become velvety, characteristic of the gentle 18–25 day maceration.

• The Finish: Persistent and fresh. There is a "chalky" mineral lift at the end that keeps the ripe 2022 fruit from feeling cloying.

📋 Technical Snapshot

Best Paired With:

• The Classic Match: Roasted Chicken with mushrooms or a traditional Oeufs en Meurette (poached eggs in red wine sauce).

• The Savory Pair: Veal sweetbreads with morels or a simple pork tenderloin with thyme.

• The Cheese: Firm, nutty cheeses like Comté or Beaufort work perfectly with the wine's structure.

Pro Tip: In 2026, this wine is highly aromatic. To highlight the mint and violet notes, serve it at a slightly cool 14–16°C. While it is approachable immediately, it benefits from 30–60 minutes in a decanter to let the "stony" aromatics fully breathe.