We have been tasting the wines from Frederic Esmonin for over 20 years, and they are true to form representations of red Burgundy at very reasonable pricing. We have an excellent one today from the great, new 2023 vintage from Esmonin. The Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Estournelles-St.-Jacques is one of the top wines produced at this address and is sourced from a 0.85-hectare parcel perched above Lavaux, adjacent to the famed Clos Saint-Jacques. The site’s thin, gravelly soils over crinoidal limestone, enriched with clay, fossils, and sand, promote richness and complexity. The vineyard is on a southeast-facing slope, and cooling winds from the Combe des Lavaux moderate ripeness, while marl layers with oyster-shell fossils add minerality and finesse, echoing the terroirs of Chambertin and Clos de Bèze. Frédéric Esmonin, a historic estate with 17th-century roots, uses mostly traditional winemaking techniques, including partial destemming, cold maceration, and aging in 20-30% new oak. The 2023 vintage is lovely, characterized by concentration, balance, and vibrant acidity. The purity of the Pinot Noirs is beguiling, showcasing an elegant ratio of fruit, structure, and weight, with cooler conditions lending refinement and precision, giving this wine the potential to be one of the best of all time. These are currently the only bottles of '23 available and its sure to be a top buy of the vintage.