Ravaut Aloxe-Corton 2023

Perched at the base of the hill of Corton, the tiny town of Ladoix lies at the junction between the Côte de Nuits and Côte de Beaune. It’s here that the Ravaut family has made wine for generations, and today Vincent Ravaut and his sons are making wines that are truly exciting. They’re certified EU organic, have dialed back oak, have stopped filtering, and have abandoned pigeage to extract their reds.

Ravaut’s Aloxe-Corton is magnificent this year. It’s more refined and tightly packed, with intensity that belies its old-vine source. The pure red fruits are stony and elegant, with a serious, sturdy core that’s impeccably balanced. This is a very serious wine, particularly for its price point, and should be given 3-5 years in the cellar. It will reward patience many times over, unmistakable proof that a $100 price tag is not a requirement for cellaring potential.