Benjamin Leroux, Savigny Beaune Rouge other_regions Clocking in with 69% Cabernet

Clocking in with 69% Cabernet Sauvignon and splashes of Merlot and Cabernet Franc

Reddish-orange color

15% Petit Verdot and 5% Merlot that saw 80% new French oak

(aged in 70% new oak for 18 months)

slightly bitter edge give the wine contour

Benjamin Leroux, Savigny Beaune Rouge other_regions Clocking in with 69% Cabernet(mostly from Les Fourneaux with declassified 1er Hauts Jarrons as well). There is enough reduction to suppress the underlying fruit though there is very good density to the subtle mineral inflected flavors that deliver excellent length for a villages level wine on the balanced if mildly rustic finish. Very good quality here and the influence of the 1er is evident. Note that I would suggest decanting this if youre going to open a bottle young. 89 2022+