Dare we say it, great value Burgundy and Barbaresco
Two wines have struck us recently both in terms of quality and price point. While everything seems to be going up and up in price lately (not least imported European wine), the two wines featured below from Burgundy and Barbaresco seem to have pricing circa 2019. On top of this, the quality is high and the respective regional profile seen in each wine is strong. These come highly recommended from us. Ches Cook, FWC.
Philippe le Hardi Bourgogne Rouge 2023
While Burgundy prices climb and climb and a price tag of $100+ on a bottle of Bourgogne Rouge becomes the norm, it's nice to wind back the clock to pre-covid days with something like this from Philippe le Hardi. We tried this recently and while it's not the most complex wine you'll try from the Cote d'Or, it's a delicious example of the reds from this region and all the things we like about French Pinot Noir. This is light in colour with distinct prettiness on the nose (red cherry, red florals). The mid-palate has a generosity to it which is balanced by a slight twang to the acid line which brings freshness and length. Grippy fine tannins bring structure and book-end the wine nicely. At this price it's a wine to have on hand at home for enjoyable drinking over the months ahead. - Ches Cook, Five Way Cellars.
