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Domaine Ballot Millot et Fils Bourgogne Rouge 2020
Vintage Character
"Domaine Ballot-Millot et Fils Bourgogne Rouge 2020 is a finely crafted regional Pinot Noir from vineyards around the Meursault commune, offering a supple, precise expression of red Burgundy. The 2020 vintage in Burgundy is widely regarded as excellent, with a hot, mostly dry growing season leading to low yields and very ripe, concentrated fruit yet enough cool nights to preserve acidity, a combination that here translates into vibrant intensity without heaviness.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing
Aromas of fresh red cherry, wild strawberry, cranberry and redcurrant mingle with violet and rose petal, leading to a medium-bodied palate framed by medium-high acidity and silky, finely tuned tannins. Subtle notes of clove, nutmeg, light toast and crushed stone add detail, while early sous-bois and forest floor nuances hint at complexity to come, all flowing into a pure, mineral-tinged finish. This versatile Bourgogne Rouge pairs beautifully with roast chicken, herb-crusted pork loin, mushroom risotto or a simple plate of charcuterie, and serves as an elegant introduction to Ballot-Millot’s red-wine style.
Winery Background
Rooted in Meursault for many generations, Domaine Ballot-Millot et Fils is a respected family estate best known for its precise, terroir-driven white Burgundies and a small but growing range of finely shaped reds. The current generation, represented by winemaker Charles Ballot, oversees vineyards that are farmed along sustainable, lutte raisonnée lines, with careful work in the vines and meticulous sorting at harvest to ensure healthy, optimally ripe fruit. In the cellar, Ballot favors a restrained, classical approach: moderate use of oak, gentle extraction and a focus on clarity and balance so that each cuvée, even at Bourgogne level, expresses its origins and the character of the vintage rather than heavy-handed winemaking. The estate’s understated, traditional labels reflect this philosophy of discretion and purity over flash, resulting in wines that faithfully mirror their Burgundian terroirs and offer the capacity to evolve gracefully in bottle without excess weight or power. Source Notes: Verified appellation (Bourgogne Rouge), grape variety (Pinot Noir), producer location in Meursault, and the focus on whites with smaller red production from multiple sources. Confirmed that Charles Ballot manages the domaine and that the family has been established in Meursault for several generations, but exact dating to the 17th century was softened to a more general “many generations” due to lack of precise corroboration. The description of parcels as being in or around Meursault and on limestone-clay soils is consistent with Bourgogne-level holdings in this area, but specific parcel details are not fully documented, so wording was kept general. Sustainable viticulture and a classical, moderately oaked, gently extracted winemaking style are supported by producer and critic descriptions.
"Domaine Ballot-Millot et Fils Bourgogne Rouge 2020 is a finely crafted regional Pinot Noir from vineyards around the Meursault commune, offering a supple, precise expression of red Burgundy. The 2020 vintage in Burgundy is widely regarded as excellent, with a hot, mostly dry growing season leading to low yields and very ripe, concentrated fruit yet enough cool nights to preserve acidity, a combination that here translates into vibrant intensity without heaviness.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing
Aromas of fresh red cherry, wild strawberry, cranberry and redcurrant mingle with violet and rose petal, leading to a medium-bodied palate framed by medium-high acidity and silky, finely tuned tannins. Subtle notes of clove, nutmeg, light toast and crushed stone add detail, while early sous-bois and forest floor nuances hint at complexity to come, all flowing into a pure, mineral-tinged finish. This versatile Bourgogne Rouge pairs beautifully with roast chicken, herb-crusted pork loin, mushroom risotto or a simple plate of charcuterie, and serves as an elegant introduction to Ballot-Millot’s red-wine style.
Winery Background
Rooted in Meursault for many generations, Domaine Ballot-Millot et Fils is a respected family estate best known for its precise, terroir-driven white Burgundies and a small but growing range of finely shaped reds. The current generation, represented by winemaker Charles Ballot, oversees vineyards that are farmed along sustainable, lutte raisonnée lines, with careful work in the vines and meticulous sorting at harvest to ensure healthy, optimally ripe fruit. In the cellar, Ballot favors a restrained, classical approach: moderate use of oak, gentle extraction and a focus on clarity and balance so that each cuvée, even at Bourgogne level, expresses its origins and the character of the vintage rather than heavy-handed winemaking. The estate’s understated, traditional labels reflect this philosophy of discretion and purity over flash, resulting in wines that faithfully mirror their Burgundian terroirs and offer the capacity to evolve gracefully in bottle without excess weight or power. Source Notes: Verified appellation (Bourgogne Rouge), grape variety (Pinot Noir), producer location in Meursault, and the focus on whites with smaller red production from multiple sources. Confirmed that Charles Ballot manages the domaine and that the family has been established in Meursault for several generations, but exact dating to the 17th century was softened to a more general “many generations” due to lack of precise corroboration. The description of parcels as being in or around Meursault and on limestone-clay soils is consistent with Bourgogne-level holdings in this area, but specific parcel details are not fully documented, so wording was kept general. Sustainable viticulture and a classical, moderately oaked, gently extracted winemaking style are supported by producer and critic descriptions.
Product details
Wine TypeRed
WineryDomaine Ballot Millot et Fils
Grape VarietiesPinot Noir
WinemakerCharles Ballot
CountryFrance
Expert Rating—
RegionBurgundy
SweetnessDry
Sub-regionBourgogne
Alcohol Level13.0
Classification (Ranking)—
Format750ml
Prices
Vinterra Wine
Standard delivery 2-5 working days
Vinobuzz Delivery
HK$350
HK$350
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