At a glance

Producer

Domaine de Montille

Region

Bourgogne (Burgundy), France

Grape variety

Pinot Noir

Wine type

Red

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Bone Dry

Typical price

Approximately $45-$60 per 750ml bottle (retail, 2023-2024 pricing from Wine-Searcher aggregated merchants)

Tasting profile

Fresh red cherry, raspberry, subtle earthiness, delicate floral notes, light spice and subtle mineral undertones typical of Bourgogne village-level Pinot Noir.

Evolution: Fruit will mellow into more savory, forest floor, mushroom and sous-bois notes. Tannins soften and integrate further; bouquet complexity increases.

At peak: Elegant balance of red fruit, earth, and subtle spice with refined texture and length.

Structure

Acidity

Medium to medium-high acidity providing freshness and aging support

Tannins

Moderate, fine-grained, well-integrated but still firm for the vintage and wine style

Alcohol

Around 13-13.5%, well balanced and integrated

Aging potential

8-10 years from vintage under proper storage

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2026 to 2038

Optimal window

2024 to 2041

Current status

Ready to drink with potential for short-term cellaring

Current condition

Youthful with primary fruit vibrant, tannins slightly firm but approachable

The 2021 vintage shows good freshness and natural vibrancy typical for Bourgogne Rouge from a quality grower. By 2026-2029, the wine’s tannins will have softened and integrated nicely with developing tertiary aromas, improving complexity and mouthfeel. Post-peak, fruit fades and structure softens further, best consumed to avoid decline.

Food pairing

Pairs well with roasted chicken, duck breast, grilled salmon, mushroom risotto, and mild to medium cheeses. As the wine evolves, it complements earthier dishes like coq au vin or game hen with herbs.

Serving

Serving temperature

15-17°C (59-63°F)

Decant

Yes (30-45 minutes) — To allow gentle aeration to soften youthful tannins and open aroma complexity

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Low-intervention winemaking with emphasis on terroir expression, organic/biodynamic practices in vineyards increasingly adopted

Domaine de Montille is known for careful vineyard management and minimal intervention; while no formal certification is publicly noted, their practices align with sustainability values in Burgundy small estates.