From: Savigny-les-Beaune, France
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Taste: On the palate, the 2020 Chorey-lès-Beaune “Le Grand Saussy” is as cheerful as its name indicates, with its aromatic profile similar to the Bourgogne but with abundant dark cherry, raspberry, and woodland spices a distinct earthy undertone. The flavors are supple, round, and fleshy, enveloping the mouth with a caressing feel. Its complexity, rustic (for now, this will mellow and smooth with age), and a tension-filled finale set it apart, with a medium body, silky smooth red berries, and soft spices.
Pairing: When it comes to pairing, the red Chorey from Le Grand Saussy is versatile and adaptable. Its subtlety, delicacy, and refined tannins make it an excellent match for various dishes, from cold cuts and hot main dishes to classics like chicken liver mousse or like the recipe we’re sharing below for French Chicken Liver and Green Bean Salad With Garam Masala by David Tanis. This lovely red also pairs well with roast fowl, pizzas (yes! Even pizza, though it’s worth it to invest in quality ingredients or a gourmet pie for pairing with this wine), or boiled beef, and it can even complement the bold flavors of Tex-Mex cuisine. It shines as a "summer red" when served slightly chilled alongside lighter fare such as tabouleh or cold meats.
French Chicken Liver and Green Bean Salad With Garam Masala
By David Tanis
About. In the village of Savigny-les-Beaune, just a stone's throw from Beaune proper, lies the historic Domaine Camus-Bruchon, an icon of Burgundian winemaking. At the helm is Guillaume Camus, a maestro of red winemaking whose lineage can be traced back to his great-grandmother, Reine Joly, a visionary who planted the family's first vines around the tumultuous times of World War I. These old vines are the foundation of Camus-Bruchon's exceptional wines.
The 2020 Camus-Bruchon Chorey-les-Beaune Le Grand Saussy is a shining example of the domaine's craftsmanship. Hailing from the delightful Chorey-lès-Beaune, nestled on the lower slopes of the Côte de Beaune, this wine is a gateway to the Burgundy experience.
Le Grand Saussy, a vineyard site within the Chorey-lès-Beaune appellation, is a jewel in the Camus-Bruchon portfolio. The Chorey-lès-Beaune region, situated on the lower slopes of the Côte de Beaune, is known for its Pinot Noir grapes that thrive in the unique terroir of limestone-marl alluvium with traces of ferruginous elements and a stony subsoil. The area benefits from millennia of up-slope erosion, creating a diverse soil composition that includes calcium-rich rocks and clay with pebbly limestone. The area, known for its approachable and generous wines, gained its rightful recognition with an appellation Village in 1970.
The vineyard practices sustainable farming, ensuring that each bottle captures the essence of the terroir. The grapes are hand-harvested and fermented with indigenous yeast, a testament to the natural approach of Camus-Bruchon. The wine, aged in barrels, showcases the harmonious blend of traditional winemaking with modern sensibilities.
Guillaume's approach in the vineyard and cellar is a delicate blend of tradition and innovation. With sustainable farming practices and a penchant for indigenous yeast fermentation, each bottle of Camus-Bruchon resonates with the purity of its terroir. The 2020 Le Grand Saussy, a varietal Pinot Noir, is a testament to this philosophy, aged gracefully in barrels and nurtured by the hands of a master winemaker.
