Chandon de Briailles 1er “Iles des Vergelesses” Cotes du Beaune 2005

This is a very attractive ’05 Pernand. The nose is quite broody with touches of wild hedgerow and cut grass that give way to some natural, rustic, stalky red-berried. The palate is cohesive with fine tannins and a nice sense of natural tension and poise. Light wild strawberry and red cherries on the finish. Lots of rustic charm. Drink over 2-3 years with pleasure.

 

“But wines such as the Pernand 1er Cru Ile des Vergelesses 2005 from Chandon de Briailles attested to the fact that you do not have to part with a fat wad of euros to find great Pinot Noir. I even preferred this to their Corton-Bressandes Grand Cru 2005! You take your pick.” Wine Advocate