2022 Yann Durieux, BCBG

Burgundy, France | Pinot Noir

If you thought Pommard was only about iron-fisted power, Yann Durieux is here to give you a lesson in finesse and pure pleasure. This 'Bon Chic Bon Genre' (BCBG) bottling—the first-ever vintage from these Pommard vines—is the freshest, most vibrant take on the appellation you will find.

The name itself is a cheeky nod to a French phrase from the '70s that described a chic, timeless, and sophisticated Parisian lifestyle. Yann Durieux uses the term ironically, declaring this wine is made for pure, unpretentious enjoyment. It’s Pommard for the pleasure-seekers, delivered by a winemaker who is one of Burgundy's most brilliant natural fundamentalists.

Forget the heavy structure; this is all about juicy, electric Pinot. The nose is intensely aromatic, bursting with crunchy red berries, blackcurrant, and delicate floral notes that give it an almost ethereal lift. While it’s structured enough to handle a great meal, the texture is surprisingly salivating and fresh, giving you a mouth-watering finish that encourages you to take another sip immediately.

With only a handful of barrels produced, this is an insider's bottle that proves Pommard can be both serious and supremely drinkable. Grab it before the secret is out!