Boris Champy Hautes-Côtes de Beaune 'En Bignon 421' Pinot Noir - Hautes-Cotes de Beaune, France
Producer's Notes:
This wine comes from our plot named “En Bignon” in Bouze les Beaune. It is labeled with the name of its location: “En Bignon” and its altitude: 421 metres. The plot’s soil is very clayey and red. In Burgundy we say that red soil equals great red wine! Its altitude of 421 meters is important because the plot is in a fresh spot, which is ideal to produce refined wines.
On the nose, as well as on the palate, this wine combines a lovely altitude freshness (fresh red fruit) with a spicy character typical of a fine Pinot Noir. This wine can be enjoyed as an aperitif with friends but is also at home with charcuterie, shepherd's pie or a vegetable quiche. Cellaring 3 to 7 years.
What We Say:
A beautiful example of the freshness and finesse that can come from Burgundy’s higher-elevation vineyards, this Pinot Noir centers on freshness and red-fruit character rather than power or heavy oak, with an expressive, fragrant nose of bright fruit, floral tones, and savory spice.
The high-altitude element is evident on the palate—focused on red fruit, moderately tannic, mineral and lightly saline, spicy without being heavy, long, and refreshing. The tannins are fine rather than aggressive, and the acidity gives the wine a lively
Grape Varietal: 100% Pinot Noir
Style: Red - Dry, medium-bodied, biodynamic, natural, high-altitude, fresh
Alcohol: 13%
Drink Window: Now (Best drinking from 2025-2031)
Perfect For: Beef bourguignon, pork tenderloin, lentils with sausage, roasted root vegetables, and soft cheeses like Brie, Camembert, and Époisses
An elegant, high-toned, energetic Burgundy red where the high-altitude element makes the difference.
