In the Heights

The 2019 vintage in Burgundy delivers stunning Pinot Noirs at record prices

In the Heights
The Côte de Beaune’s famous hill of Corton—where the historic cuverie of Louis Latour lies amid the appellation's grands crus vineyards—yielded some of 2019s highest-rated red Burgundies. (Michel Joly)
From the May 31, 2022, issue

Lovers of red Burgundy can continue to enjoy the bounty of the region’s recent string of excellent vintages. In his latest tasting report, Wine Spectator senior editor Bruce Sanderson says the 2019 Pinot Noirs are stunning, but so are the price tags on the top-tier wines of the vintage, which earned a classic rating in both the Côte de Nuits and Côte de Beaune. Get Sanderson’s full report, plus his scores and tasting notes on top wines and top values.

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