Domaine Xavier Besson

Domaine Xavier Besson

Les Grands Prétans Givry 1er Cru Pinot Noir 2022

Actually pretty good. Mostly cherry driven right now. Well balanced and good tannic structure. If you like burghs and you do not want to pay too much this is a good one. At La Costa Wine Co. right now by the glass. — 13 days ago

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Xavier Vignon

1972 Chateauneuf-Du-Pape Red Rhone Blend 1972

NYE 2023 drink. very light and watery at start almost pinot like. after all while it blossoms where floral, mineral and rocky with orange rind and kamquat skin profile. after air the nose gets more spicy and floral — 4 months ago

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Xavier Vignon

Côtes du Rhône Red Rhone Blend 2020

Medium ruby color.
Aromas of raspberry, strawberry, cherry.
Dry. Flavors of cherry, raspberry, stewed strawberry, clove, cinnamon. Medium, velvety tannins.

Intensity: 4/5
Complexity: 2/5
Balance: 4/5
Finish: 4/5
— 5 months ago

Xavier Gerard

Le Blanchard Saint Joseph Syrah 2017

This was very tasty — 2 months ago

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Birichino

Besson Vineyard Vieilles Centenaires Grenache 2021

This is a very pretty wine. Light color, but so fragrant, with sappy cherry/kirsch and a little raspberry, plus a highly-saline crushed stone minerality and a musky floral note. Flavorful but light-footed in the mouth. Crisp acids and little chalky tannin keep things together. Great with take-out Chinese food tonight! — 3 months ago

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Xavier Vignon

Cuvée Anonyme Châteauneuf-du-Pape Red Rhone Blend 2019

Medium-deep ruby color.
Aromas of raspberry, cherry, soft oak spice.
Dry. Flavors of raspberry, cherry, cinnamon, peppercorn, clove. Medium, velvety tannins.

Intensity: 5/5
Complexity: 3/5
Balance: 4/5
Finish: 4/5
— 5 months ago

A Tribute to Grace Wines

Besson Vineyard Grenache 2021

Beautiful Grenache, light body, semi-sweet fruity flavors, smooth and very easy to drink. Just fine on its own or paired with roasted meats. — 6 months ago

Doug liked this

Xavier Vignon

La Reserve Châteauneuf-du-Pape Red Rhone Blend

Big, juicy, black fruits, noticeable alcohol, a bit astringent on the finish. — 2 months ago

Xavier Vignon

Châteauneuf-du-Pape Red Rhône Blend 2000

I still dream of the ‘72 and for better or worse always compare to that. This is great, just not as mind blowing. Definitely blended great and still vibrant, but does have a green pepperiness to it that I was not expecting from Rhone. — 3 months ago

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Ryan Colthorp

Spirit of ‘72!

Xavier Vignon

Arcane XV Le Diable Mourvedre 2015

Medium ruby color.
Aromas of red/dark fruit.
Dry. Flavors of black cherry, plum, char, licorice, cocoa, espresso, peppercorn. Rich, chewy tannins.

Intensity: 3/5
Complexity: 4/5
Balance: 4/5
Finish: 4/5
— 6 months ago

Ira, Martin and 1 other liked this