Hubert & Laurent Lignier Morey-Saint-Denis 'Trilogie' 2022

Lignier’s “Trilogie” is produced from small holdings of very old plantings in three different Morey-Saint-Denis lieux-dits: Chenevery (60%), Clos Solon (10%), and Porroux (30%), with vines planted between 1936 and 1972 by Laurents Grandfather. There’s a greater intensity of structure to this wine than the “Très Girard” above, with deeper mineral thrust and a wilder spice element, yet it preserves a sense of lift and drive.

‘The trilogy of Chenevery (60%), Les Porroux (30%) and 10% Clos Solon was all planted by Laurent’s grandfather, planted between the late 1940s and early 60s. Just a little deeper in colour, and with some reduction, plus also slightly more oak, but well judged. Notably more precision here, what Clive Coates would call grip, and extra intensity towards the back. A slightly darker red fruit in this wine, and very persistent. Drink from 2029-2036. Tasted Nov 2023.’ 91-94 Points, Jasper Morris insideburgundy.com.