Joseph Drouhin - Beaune Premier Cru Grèves - 2020 | French Red Wine

Beaune Premier Cru Grèves is a monovarietal Pinot Noir red wine from the appellation of Grèves, produced by Joseph Drouhin.

As a famous vineyard, recognized as one of the best Premier Crus of Beaune, Grèves is at mid-slope, at the northern end of the appellation. Joseph Drouhin owns a large parcel on a steep slope dominating the city of Beaune. The name "Grèves" is derived from "graviers", small pebbles or gravel found on the soil of the vineyard. The Romans had already recognized the potential of the hillside overlooking Beaune and planted vines there. Some of the vineyards were separated by small walls and paths which are still extant today. The soil is comprised of small rocks mixed with brown earth.