Wouldn’t the title “Flavour of the Year 2026” make you wanna try the wines of the domaine? Winehog’s pick was Edouard Confuron last time and while the wines are not easy to find, I was able to buy two from the latest release (2024).
Edouard Confuron Bourgogne Rouge 2024
It’s hard to see through the oak. It’s just too prominent, so much so that I don’t think it will ever integrate. What’s behind the woody notes is promising, though – the balance is perfect, it tastes like contemporary red Burgundy. I think oak tannins gives this a firm a structure and I like that, it’s tight and lively. I wish it would be less oaky, aromatically. Do not touch before 2029. 85 points. €27.60 at RP Fine Wines.
Edouard Confuron Bourgogne Aligoté 2024
Now we are talking! Beautiful wine, steely, focused and precise. Oak is a lot more integrated here, compared to the Bourgogne Rouge, the overall impression is freshness – lots of citrus notes, with some apple in the background. It’s bone dry and tight, but not austere – even though there are tannins on the finish, they just add to the appeal. Laser-like focus. In a way it delivers what I expect from a great Chablis. An exciting wine, 91-92 points, great value for €18.00 (RP Fine Wines). Drink now to 2031.