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After a decade long absence from local wine shops, an exceptional Burgundian estate has made its way back to Arlington.
Domaine Denis Père et Fils, nestled in the picturesque village of Pernand-Vergelesses, has released their highly anticipated 2022 Bourgogne Pinot Noir — and wine enthusiasts are taking notice.
The estate’s story begins in 1940 with Raoul Denis, then winemaker for the prestigious Hospices de Beaune, who established the family domaine near the historic Corton Grand Cru vineyard. When his son Christophe took the helm in 1992, he elevated the estate’s reputation through an unwavering commitment to quality and traditional winemaking methods.
The 2022 vintage, drawn from vineyards surrounding Savigny-les-Beaune, Chorey-Les Beaune, and Aloxe Corton, showcases the exceptional growing conditions of that year.
The wine displays a bright ruby color and complex aromatic profile, with distinct notes of violets, raspberries, and cherries. On the palate, it offers the hallmark elegance of fine Burgundy: medium bodied with velvety tannins, balanced fruit expression, and subtle oak integration that provides structure without overwhelming the wine’s natural character.
“Through a series of professional tastings, I came across Christophe Denis and was ‘blown away,'” wrote the late wine authority Stephan Murray-Sykes, who first brought attention to this producer two decades ago. “These are some of the most gorgeous, pure, and crafted wines I have tasted in the Côte de Beaune.”
While many Burgundian wines have become increasingly difficult to source, Arrowine has secured an allocation of this remarkable 2022 vintage.
Wine enthusiasts can explore this and other selections at Arrowine’s shop, open Monday through Sunday, with both curbside pickup and in-store shopping options available.
