Domaine Dubreuil-Fontaine Pernand-Vergelesses 1er Cru 'Clos Berthet' Monopole Rouge 2020

This wine comes from the sole monopole of the domaine — a small, distinct parcel that belongs entirely to Domaine Dubreuil‑Fontaine in the village of Pernand‑Vergelesses, on the Côte de Beaune. The vintage 2022 shows clear intent: a firm underlying structure, driven by mineral tension, wrapped around fruit that is earnest rather than flamboyant. You’ll likely pick up orchard-and‐berry notes with hints of flower petal, citrus peel and rock-dust minerality. The oak is gentle, with new barrels used sparingly, so the terroir speaks rather than the cellar technique. While approachable now for those who like freshness and detail, it also has the bones to evolve—think mid‐term aging. It’s a lovely example of a site you might not hear as often as the big names, but with real character and a sense of place.