Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2024 Domaine Isabelle Doudet

The 2024 Bourgogne Pinot Noir from Domaine Isabelle Doudet is the most approachable and convivial offering from a family domaine defined by quiet rigour and exacting standards. Behind this regional appellation stands the signature of an unconventional winemaker, trained as a notary and returned to the vineyard through passion and devotion to a family legacy worth perpetuating. Her commitment is clear: at every tier of the range, to produce wines that are a faithful reflection of terroir, vintage, and grape variety. A Burgundian Pinot Noir of complete sincerity, generous and crisp, consistently rated 87/100 across recent vintages.

Terroir and vineyards

Sourced from carefully selected parcels around Savigny-lès-Beaune, in the heart of the Côte de Beaune, this Bourgogne Pinot Noir draws its character from the argilo-calcareous soils typical of the Côte d'Or, a substrate of remarkable richness and consistency that gifts Pinot Noir with natural tension, aromatic freshness, and fine tannins that define the region's wines. The 13-hectare vineyard is managed with reasoned viticulture, soil health monitored by satellite imaging to anticipate vineyard needs with precision, and yields controlled to concentrate the aromatic expression of the grapes. Hand-harvested and meticulously sorted at the cellar, the fruit undergoes a long cuvaison to capture what defines Burgundy: fruit finesse, Pinot Noir purity, and terroir imprint. Fermentation uses natural yeasts, followed by 15 months ageing in French oak barrels, the proportion and duration of new wood calibrated to each cuvée, bringing complexity without ever masking the varietal's directness.

Tasting profile

The robe is a bright ruby with purple reflections, vivid and luminous. The nose is frank and immediately appealing: aromas of cherry, redcurrant, and raspberry express themselves naturally and generously, underpinned by wild notes of undergrowth and plum, lifted by subtle touches of black tea and gentle spice. On the palate, the wine is round, supple, and refreshingly crisp: the tannins are harmonious and well-integrated, the lively acidity brings tension and drinkability to generous fruit. The finish is clean, fruity, and persistent, with a return of crisp acidity that invites another sip. A Bourgogne of pleasure and character, immediately approachable yet capable of fine evolution over three to five years.

The domaine

Isabelle Doudet represents the third generation of a family domaine established in the 1930s at Savigny-lès-Beaune. She follows Marcel Doudet, the founder, then her father Yves Doudet, who developed and modernised it through the 2000s. After studying law and qualifying as a notary, Isabelle chose to return to her passion and took over the domaine with a personal and demanding vision. Across 13 hectares spread over Savigny-lès-Beaune, Pernand-Vergelesses, and Aloxe-Corton, she vinifies the entire range alone with a constant ambition: that every bottle reflects the authentic expression of terroir, vintage, and winemaking identity, from entry-level to Premier Cru.

Food pairing

This Bourgogne Pinot Noir pairs beautifully with herb-roasted poultry, jambon persillé, fresh tagliatelle with wild mushrooms, porcini risotto, œufs en meurette, or soft-paste cheeses such as Brie de Meaux or young Époisses. Serve at 14 to 15°C, slightly cool, to reveal the direct fruit character and natural finesse of a Bourgogne Pinot Noir made with care and conviction.