Lignier-Michelot, Les Faconnieres, Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Cru 2013

From a late and classically styled vintage, this 2013 from Lignier-Michelot captures the lifted, nuanced side of Morey-Saint-Denis. The cool, slow-growing season resulted in lower yields and naturally vibrant fruit, and in a site like Les Faconnières—just below Clos de la Roche—those conditions accentuated clarity over density, elegance over weight. The wine opens with aromas of red cherry, blackcurrant, and violet, layered with gentle spice and a touch of licorice. On the palate, it’s bright, with detailed fruit, forest floor, graceful tannins, and a sneaky minerality.