At a glance

Producer

Domaine Jean Grivot

Region

Vosne-Romanée, Burgundy, France

Grape variety

Pinot Noir

Wine type

Red

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Bone Dry

Typical price

150-250 USD per bottle

Tasting profile

Red cherry, ripe strawberry, floral notes, with hints of earth, spices, and subtle oak

Evolution: Will develop more tertiary aromas including forest floor, truffles, and leather over the next 5-10 years

At peak: Elegant, complex layers with silky texture, rich minerality, and refined length

Structure

Acidity

Bright and lively, typical of top Vosne-Romanée

Tannins

Fine-grained, medium to firm

Alcohol

Approximately 13-13.5%

Aging potential

20-25+ years from vintage

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2030 to 2043

Optimal window

2025 to 2046

Current status

Approaching youthful maturity; showing primary fruit and terroir expression

Current condition

Balanced tannins with good acidity; still evolving with pronounced fruit and complexity

Jean Grivot’s Les Beaux Monts is a Premier Cru from a respected producer in Vosne-Romanée renowned for structure and longevity. The 2018 vintage is excellent in Burgundy, contributing ripe fruit and balanced acidity that supports extended aging. These factors justify a peak drinking window beginning around 12+ years post vintage, reflecting classic Côte de Nuits aging potential.

Food pairing

Pairs well with roasted duck, game birds, mushroom risotto, veal, and mature cheeses.

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (30-60 minutes) — To allow the wine to open up and soften its tannins for enhanced aromatic expression

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 6/10

Manual harvesting, limited chemical intervention, careful canopy management; some energy-efficient cellar processes

Though not officially certified organic or biodynamic, Domaine Jean Grivot maintains good sustainability practices by minimizing synthetic chemical usage and optimizing vineyard health through traditional methods. The estate’s relatively local distribution in Europe lowers carbon emissions compared to long-haul New World wines, contributing to a moderate sustainability score.