Jane Eyre - Beaune 1er cru - Les Avaux - Red - 2022

Wine:

The 2022 Red Beaune Premier Cru Les Avaux epitomizes the refined style of the estate, offering a delicate and elegant expression of Pinot Noir. Crafted from whole-cluster fermentation, this wine is all about finesse, with no push for heavy extraction. Its textured, seamless palate is bright and energetic, finishing with layers of spice and exceptional purity. A remarkably fresh and vibrant wine, perfectly balanced for immediate enjoyment or further cellaring. Rated 94/100 by the Selection Committee and the RVF.

Vinification:

hand harvested.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Flank steak with shallots, braised pheasant, roast chicken with chanterelles.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2030.

Jane Eyre, originally from Australia, followed her passion for Pinot Noir all the way to Burgundy. After honing her craft with esteemed winemakers like Chevrot in Maranges, Thierry Matrot and Dominique Lafon in Meursault, and Christopher Newman in the Côte de Beaune, she struck out on her own in 2011, creating her own label.

Her wines are celebrated for their freshness and elegance, offering a contemporary perspective on Burgundy. With a focus on whole-cluster fermentation and minimal sulfur use, they highlight purity, finesse, and a deep respect for terroir. Her approach redefines classic appellations, delivering wines with precision, texture, and vibrancy.


Awarded 2 stars in the Revue du Vin de France, Jane Eyre’s wines are a rare find in France. Known for their understated beauty and seamless expression of place, they are highly sought after by discerning wine lovers around the world.