Domaine Hubert Lignier, Pinot Noir, Griotte-Chambertin Grand Cru, Gevrey-Chambertin, Côte de Nuits, France 2018 sustainable While the INAO remains slow

While the INAO remains slow to approve bottlings of some of the oldest of these heirloom varietals

Fermented in barrel without malolactic

medium-to-tull bodied palate with rich notes of roasted agave

with a rich dried-fruit sweetness with clouds of smoke and strong barley-malt flavors— warming and intense

This is a truly classic single malt Scotch

Domaine Hubert Lignier, Pinot Noir, Griotte-Chambertin Grand Cru, Gevrey-Chambertin, Côte de Nuits, France 2018 sustainable While the INAO remains slowIn 2018, Hubert and Laurent sourced grapes from a 50 year old plot in this hallowed grand cru a total of only two barrels of wine. Of the three grand crus issuing forth from Ligniers cellar, this is the most elegant, airy, and feminine, emphasizing higher toned spices and floral elements in its aromatics, and with a mineral drenched, vibrant palate full of lift and energy. Nonetheless, its tightly coiled structure and slightly inward facing demeanor