2023 Caroline Morey Santenay, Cote de Beaune, France

The 2023 Caroline Morey Santenay is a finely crafted Pinot Noir from sustainably farmed hillside vineyards in Santenay, where Caroline Morey focuses on precise, traditional winemaking with mostly destemmed fruit, native fermentations and careful élevage in French oak with a restrained use of new barrels. The wine opens with bright aromas of wild strawberry, raspberry and sour cherry, lifted by subtle floral notes and a gentle hint of earth. On the palate it is elegant and fresh, with lively acidity, fine tannins and a clean, mineral-driven finish that emphasizes finesse over power. It pairs beautifully with roasted poultry, duck, pork tenderloin, mushroom dishes, charcuterie and soft cheeses.