Soaring from the glass with aromas of sweet red berries, orange rind, warm spices and loamy soil, the 2019 Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Clos Saint-Jean Rouge is medium to full-bodied, lively and perfumed, with a fleshy core of fruit, bright acids and fine, powdery tannins. As usual, this old-vine cuvée is one of the finest examples of this underrated appellation.

The 2018 Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Clos Saint-Jean Rouge wafts from the glass with aromas of cherries, berries, dried flowers and sweet soil tones. Medium to full-bodied, rich but lively, its concentrated core of fruit is framed by powdery tannins. This cuvée hails from very old vines and was vinified with 50% whole clusters.

The 2013 Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Clos Saint-Jean Rouge is drinking well, bursting from the glass with a boisterous bouquet of blackberries, cherries, black truffle and subtle hints of grilled meats. Medium to full-bodied, fleshy and demonstrative, it's textural and charming, with melting tannins, tangy acids and an ample core of fruit. This is a real success in a challenging vintage.