A GREAT VINTAGE FROM A SINGULAR YEAR

One of the hottest years of the decade

2020 stands out as one of the warmest years of the decade. The winter and early spring were remarkably warm with abundant sunshine. April, resembling June in warmth, accelerated vine growth. May and June returned to normal conditions in terms of temperature and humidity, allowing for steady vine development. However, summer was less forgiving, with very hot and dry conditions in July and August, including several heatwaves leading to significant drought and lower yields at harvest time.

Timeline

• Budbreak: Late March
• Flowering: Mid-May
• Véraison: Mid-July
• Harvest Start: Third week of August, extending over several weeks due to varying maturity stages across the parcels.

The vines that suffered more produced lower yields, but compensated with exceptional grape quality. This trend was confirmed across almost all Burgundy appellations. While sunshine is essential, the vines suffered from drought, resulting in thinner vegetation. For the future, it is crucial to have years with more rainfall to ensure the sustainability of the vines.

White Wines

The 2020 white wines show beautiful aromatic complexity focused on fruit, with excellent acidity and balanced harmony, meeting the expectations of a classic Burgundy vintage.

Red Wines

The 2020 red wines exhibit deep, rich colors, indicating high anthocyanin content. These are concentrated wines with character, freshness, and rich aromas of black fruits such as blackberry, blueberry, and black cherry.