Maison Camille Thiriet, CDN 'La Montagne' 2023 Portugal This lieu-dit sits just below

This lieu-dit sits just below the famous 1er Cru Montée de Tonnerre

The savoury graphite note is starting to peek through alongside a bit of menthol

you can see what he's getting at - this is a fun spin on an old classic

Roncières forms part of the Vaillons 1er Cru

all kept in check by Riesling's signature ripping acid

Maison Camille Thiriet, CDN 'La Montagne' 2023 Portugal This lieu-dit sits just belowPlace: Burgundy, France Grape: Pinot Noir Vibe: Serious One of the new domaine vineyards acquired in 2022. We're over in the southern side of Corgoloin quite high on the slope, at 280 m in altitude. The soil is sand over clay. Again excellent use of whole bunch for a wine that just screams finesse. ABV: 13%