Thierry Pillot, Saint Aubin 1er Cru Les Castets 2023 (1x75cl)

Premier cru is a vineyard classification in Burgundy — it's the named plot that earns the rank, not the producer. Les Castets is one of those named sites in Saint-Aubin, a village that sits right beside the better-known Cote de Beaune names but has historically drawn less attention.

That's the usual reason people go looking here: premier cru vineyards in a village that hasn't been picked over. Good for a dinner where the wine is the point, or as a gift to someone who follows Burgundy closely. Free Hong Kong delivery over HK$800, 2-5 business days.

Tasting notes

Premier cru sites in the Cote de Beaune typically give wines with more definition and length than village-level bottles from the same area. A 2023 is young, so it usually benefits from time in the glass or a short decant.