Vintage Character Domaine Derey Frères Bourgogne "Montre-Cul" 2023 is a Bourgogne Pinot Noir from the historic Montre-Cul lieu-dit on the slopes above Dijon, a distinctive origin better known to Burgundy insiders than to casual drinkers. The 2023 vintage in Burgundy was generally generous and successful, with good ripening conditions delivering charming fruit and supple structure, making this an especially appealing and expressive young red. Montre-Cul’s hillside exposure and limestone-rich Burgundian soils help preserve freshness and lift, giving the wine a finely etched profile that sets it apart from more generic Bourgogne bottlings.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing Expect a fragrant nose of red cherry, wild raspberry and cranberry, layered with violet, a touch of spice and a subtle stony nuance. The palate is light- to medium-bodied, silky and energetic, with bright acidity, fine tannins and a clean, mineral-tinged finish that keeps the fruit precise rather than heavy. Its poise makes it very versatile at table: try it with roast quail, duck rillettes, or mushroom risotto.
Winery Background Based in Couchey, Domaine Derey Frères traces its roots back to 1650 and is today run by brothers Pierre, Maxime and Romain Derey, who have brought renewed focus to the family estate’s historic parcels across the Côte de Nuits and Dijon sector. The domaine is known for sustainable, increasingly organic vineyard work, careful farming of older vines, and a low-intervention mindset in the cellar. Gentle extraction, restrained use of oak and low-sulfur vinification aim to let each site speak clearly, and that transparent, terroir-first philosophy is precisely what makes this producer such a compelling source for characterful, under-the-radar Burgundy.