Santenay Maison en Belles Lies 2022

Helena Kosta — Great dinner party wine

8/10

Picked this up for a dinner party and got loads of compliments. Poured it about half an hour before we sat down and by the time we were eating it was singing. Balanced fruit, good acidity, and it held up really well with lamb. Would definitely buy again for when we have people over.

Simon Hughes — Good but give it time to breathe

7/10

The guy at my local wine shop recommended this and I'm glad he did, though I nearly gave up on it. First few sips were a bit tight and closed off, but after letting it sit for a while it really came alive. Nice firm acidity that stops it feeling too heavy despite the 14% alcohol. Bit pricey for a weeknight bottle though.

Sophie Brennan — Decent but a touch expensive

7/10

Saw this on a restaurant wine list and liked it enough to track down a bottle for home. It's a solid red — clean finish and nicely balanced, not one of those fruit bombs that just overwhelms you. My only gripe is the price, £52 feels a bit steep when there are good Burgundies around for less. That said I did finish the bottle pretty quickly so maybe that says something.