Domaine de Bellene Maison Dieu Vieilles Vignes 2023

Good substance and depth for ‘basic’ Bourgogne, thanks to the old vines – in this case from a single 3.7ha site with average vine age of 67 years. It shows quite ripe cherry/raspberry fruit, a touch of violet, barrel toast, spice and vanilla. Although not specified it seems to me to be more a Cotes de Nuits style. It is medium weight, quite firm and voluminous with good acidity and some heat. More mineral. Excellent length. Best 2027 to 2035. Score – 92. (David Lawrason, winealign.com)