Domaine Drouhin-Laroze Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru 2020

This grand cru Pinot Noir has a medium-bodied frame, moderate tannin and fresh acidity, and that makes it both elegant and surprisingly versatile at the table. The soft tannin structure and fresh acidity handle the fatty protein without dominating, so it follows beautifully alongside both dishes with mushrooms and truffle and with poultry and lightly braised meat. The earthy, umami-laden notes play together with the French terroir, and because Pinot Noir is one of the most cheese-friendly red wines, you can confidently finish off with aged wedges of cheese. Keep the serving around 16 to 17 degrees, so the fruit and the delicate structure come into their own.