The medium ruby-colored Beaune Cent Vignes displays bright cherry/blueberry aromas, and a soft, tangy, lively, medium-bodied mouthful of blackberries, red currants and strawberries. This wine is always the first of Morot's offerings to attain maturity; drink it between now and 2002. The 1995 offerings are the most complete wines produced at Albert Morot since 1990.
The 1995s were tasted twice, first in January, and most recently at the end of June, both times from barrel. My notes were consistent.
As always, ratings with a score in parentheses indicate the wine was tasted from cask, not bottle.
Burgundy aficionados and neophytes who are shocked at the high prices demanded by this region's top wines should search out Morot's offerings. They are delicious, supple yet structured, powerful and elegant expressions of Pinot Noir. Moreover, they are respectful to their respective terroirs - and are great values! These wines, which can be drunk young, can also age well, as was demonstrated by two superb 1983s (Beaune Bressandes and Beaune Cent Vignes) I recently tasted.
Importer: Robert Kacher Selections, Washington, DC; tel (202) 832-9083.