Pierre Morey Monthelie 2021 Lettie Teague WSJ On Wine Bring it to the party

Bring it to the party

This is one of the few areas in Jalisco that mingles plantings of citrus trees in their agave farms providing a very unique terroir

the wine undergoes extended lees aging to develop complexity and is bottled with minimal dosage

This cuvée is composed primarily of 80% Pinot Meunier

A touch of round salinity in the finish makes this perfect for an afternoon martini

Pierre Morey Monthelie 2021 Lettie Teague WSJ On Wine Bring it to the partyFrom one of Burgundy's pioneering biodynamic estates comes this elegant Cte de Beaune Pinot Noir, grown on six parcels of red clay, chalk, and limestone soils. Pierre Morey's gentle handling and minimal interventionopen vat fermentation, no fining or filtrationshowcases the vineyard's mineral precision and lifted red fruit. The 2021 delivers ripe cherry, subtle oak spice, and a silky texture that drinks beautifully now.