Domaine Ramonet Chassagne Montrachet Rouge 2020 071126OFFER on limestone over loamy clay

on limestone over loamy clay flecked with quartz and flint

character-driven red that has more in common with the Languedoc than with Cabernet country next door

and plenty of it flat and forgettable

Quinta do Estranxeiro 'Penapedre' 2021 is a compelling red blend born from the dramatic

2021 was a cooler

Domaine Ramonet Chassagne Montrachet Rouge 2020 071126OFFER on limestone over loamy clayChassagne Montrachet grew more red than white for most of its history. The white boom is a modern story, and the reds were pushed aside by economics rather than by quality. Ramonet has never stopped making them, and this village rouge is the most direct way to find out what the fuss was about. 2020 was warm, dry and picked early, giving small berries and concentrated wines, but the good ones kept their freshness and this one stays light footed instead