Yep, it’s always THAT Guy!

Per Wine Advocate, “since 1989, Guy Amiot has catapulted to the top echelon of quality.”

We know, fell in love with one of his whites for the last marathon and have been aching for more since. His reds today present INSANE value from said “top echelon of quality,” in the $35-49 range.

This special cuvée honors the late matriarch Simone Amiot, the wife of Pierre Amiot. Planted on a south-facing, one-hectare plot where Chassagne-Montrachet and Puligny-Montrachet meet, these 45-year-old vines thrive on clay and limestone soils. Organically farmed, tank-fermented, and matured in equal parts stainless steel and French oak, this textbook Côte de Beaune red is all about energy and balance.

In the glass, it leaps with fresh raspberries, red cherries, mossy earth, and subtle florals. Vibrant acidity and satin-smooth tannins drive a palate packed with strawberry, wild herbs, and a chalky mineral finish. Cellar it to round the decade out, or drink it now. Either way, at $35, a Burgundy of this deliciousness is truly a steal. Not much is made, so secure your Fall stash now.

The family Domaine dates back to the 1920s, established by Flavie and Arsene Amiot, to be then handed down to their son Pierre and subsequently to his son Guy; the winery remains a true family affair. Today, Guy’s sons Thierry and Fabrice are at the helm, with Thierry behind the winemaking and Fabrice guiding their international reach.

Per Kermit Lynch, “Domaine Guy Amiot in Chassagne-Montrachet possesses a lineup of Crus that are enviable. Founder Arsène Amiot started acquiring parcels in Chassagne, including several Premier Crus and a few rows of Le Montrachet. Under his direction, Domaine Amiot became one of the first to begin estate-bottling their production. Their work springs from a long tradition begun in the 1920s under the direction of founder Arsène Amiot… By the time Guy Amiot took over in 1985, the Domaine had built up very impressive holdings and had passed the knowledge of how to best care for the vines down from generation to generation. There was a continuity of work in the vineyards that led to solid consistency in the wines.”

No scores, just a Burghound barrel tasting that insists it’s “to enjoy young,” and we agree; it’s simply an outstanding red to have around while the more complex Burgundies in your stash are maturing. The trouble is knowing how to stop once you open one of these. Especially if aged cheeses or charcuterie are easily accessible, good luck not savoring every drop!

Barrel Note – Burghound “Fabrice Amiot noted that the ‘2022 growing season was so much easier than its 2021 counterpart. It was certainly hot and dry, but there was basically no disease pressure of importance, and thus we were able to plan the harvest with more precision and tranquility than usual. As to the wines, they’re riper than the 2021s but remain classic in style with fine terroir transparency. They should drink well both young and with age as the balance is so good.’ A brooding nose of ripe dark berries and distinct earth leads to sleek and nicely detailed lighter-weight and utterly delicious flavors that display touches of bitter cherry and rusticity on the balanced finale. To enjoy young.”