Beaune 1er Cru rouge Beaune-Grèves AOC 2024

Wine Description for Beaune 1er Cru rouge Beaune-Grèves AOC 2024 by Thomas Morey

Character

The Grèves are among the most renowned Premier Cru vineyard sites of the Côte de Beaune – a Premier Cru that, in its finest expression, embodies the rare combination of sensual fullness and structural elegance. Thomas Morey, renowned for his precise, respectful approach to Burgundy, produces here a wine that relies not on loudness but on depth and expression. With 13.5% vol. and a dry character, it demonstrates Burgundian philosophy in its purest form: the wine should let the place speak, not the winemaker.

Terroir & Origin

The Grèves vineyard site lies in the northern part of Beaune’s vineyards, on gently east-facing slopes of the Côte de Beaune. The name alludes to the gravelly, well-drained soils – “grèves” simply means “gravel” or “shingle” in Old French. This soil composition, combined with Burgundy’s typical limestone-rich subsoil, imparts a characteristic freshness and mineral tension to the wines. The 2024 vintage is considered complex and challenging in Burgundy, marked by damp spring conditions and a decisive surge towards ripeness – vintages in which craftsmanship in the vineyard makes all the difference.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Pinot Noir in Burgundy is not merely a grape variety, but a commitment. In the hands of Thomas Morey – a winemaker from Chassagne-Montrachet, respected equally for his care in the vineyard and cellar – Pinot Noir undergoes a vinification focused on transparency and terroir expression. One can expect a measured use of new oak to avoid masking the natural fruit and mineral character of the Grèves. Ageing in barrique serves structure, not stylisation.

Food Pairing Suggestions

The elegant structure and fine tannin weave of this Premier Cru make it a versatile companion to classical cuisine. Recommended pairings include Coq au Vin, roasted duck with cherries or veal fillet with morels. Mature Burgundy cheeses such as Époisses or Comté also harmonise wonderfully with the depth and warmth of this wine.