2020 Côteaux Bourguignons Mon Poulain, Les Horées
This is a blend of 50% Pinot Noir from the Montagne de Beaune and 50% Gamay from Pommard. Previously these Coteaux Bourguignons wines were known as Passetoutgrain; the change in appellation name a few years ago has coincided with a renewed interest in this less common but historic style of red from Burgundy. Some are simple and fruity, others, like this, are more serious, with a savoury density and precision in the fruit. This 2020 has a beautifully spiced, sangria-like quality, with hints of blood-orange and kirsch, and silky little tannins