Bouchard Pere & Fils, Beaune 1er Cru Du Chateau Rouge 2020

92 points Decanter
"This admirable premier cru red is a blend of all of the domaine parcels in Beaune premier cru - a whopping 17 different terroirs covering 26ha, each vinified separately, with an average 20% whole-cluster and ageing in 20% new casks. There is a lovely, dark, plummy fruit on the nose with a bit of spice and smoke. The texture is silky and supple, with decent acidity, even if it lacks a bit of density on the mid-palate. A well-balanced, classical example of Beaune premier cru."

92 points Wine Spectator
"Settling into a groove, revealing black cherry, blackberry, plum, iron and spice flavors. Backed by lively acidity and refined tannins, this red shows game, mushroom and woodsy detritus details. Best from 2026 through 2043. 1,500 cases imported."

91 points Allen Meadows, Burghound
"There is touch of mocha to the mostly purple fruit and warm earth scented nose. The almost lavishly rich and opulent middle weight flavor possesses a suave and round flavors that, somewhat curiously given the richness, concludes in a youthfully austere finale."