Last week, Louis Jadot's Beaujolais Village surprised all of us with incredible value. This week, we're raising the stakes with one of the world's most recognizable wines: Burgundy Pinot Noir.
Can a $20 bottle from one of Burgundy's most respected producers actually deliver the classic Pinot Noir experience, or is great Burgundy only reserved for collectors spending hundreds or even thousands of dollars?
Along the way, we explore why Burgundy is one of the world's most celebrated wine regions, what makes Pinot Noir such a difficult grape to grow, and why producer matters just as much as region when you're shopping for wine.
Plus, we wrap things up with another round of Grape Guesses featuring surprising Burgundy trivia that puts the region's history and reputation into perspective.
If you've been looking for an affordable Pinot Noir or have always wondered what all the hype around Burgundy is about, this is an episode you won't want to miss.
Wine Details
Wine: Louis Jadot Pinot Noir
Producer: Louis Jadot
Region: Burgundy, France
Vintage: 2022
Grape: 100% Pinot Noir
ABV: 12.9%
Price: Around $20
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00:00 Can Louis Jadot Go Two for Two?
02:22 Wine Details and First Impressions
05:15 First Sip Reactions
06:55 Aroma Breakdown
10:35 Tasting Notes and Structure
15:15 Learning Segment: Why Is Burgundy So Expensive?
22:00 Final Ratings
31:55 Grape Guesses: Burgundy Edition
40:05 Outro
