Burgundy’s Classic 2022s

Vibrant, balanced Pinot Noirs are the hallmark of the vintage, despite the hot, dry summer

Domaine Faiveley’s barrel room at its winery in Côte de Beaune, Burgundy
Domaine Faiveley’s classic-rated 2022 Corton showcases the excellent quality of the vintage in the Côte de Beaune. (Serge Chapuis)

For hundreds of years, the Pinot Noirs of Burgundy have held the mantle as some of the most sought-after wines in the world, and 2022’s vintage continues to prove this region’s worth. Myriad bottles received classic ratings (95+) from senior editor Bruce Sanderson, who has tasted more than 400 wines this past year, including standouts from Robert Groffier, Louis Jadot, Domaine des Lambrays, Louis Latour, Domaine Faiveley, Pierre Gelin, Henri Gouges, Lucien Le Moine, Méo Camuzet and more. Read on for details on the latest releases, plus scores and tasting notes!

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