Antonio Quari, the cellar master at Prieuré Roch, operates under the motto "Non Progredi est Regredi" (to not move forward is to regress), a philosophy that guides his winemaking and is even printed on his bottles. His 'Les Briquottes' vineyard in Ladoix, planted in 1976, has been organically farmed for over a decade. The soils, a typical Côte de Beaune mix of marly and calcareous elements, provide excellent drainage and minerality. Quari's minimalist approach includes 100% whole bunch fermentation, minimal sulfur at bottling, foot pigeage, gravity-based remontage, and aging in old barrels with no new oak. These methods aim for freshness, transparency, and an expressive character in his wines. The 2022 vintage in Burgundy was marked by a hot and dry summer, leading to an August harvest and wines with excellent sugar ripeness but relatively lower acidity. Yields were generous, and the vintage is considered sensational with quality throughout the region. Initially, the 2022 Ladoix Les Briquottes was quite closed, showing a firm, Corton-like structure, but it later became more approachable. This wine is described as airy and floral, with notes of red fruit, wild strawberry, spice, delicate stem/green nuances, and an underlying minerality. The 2022 vintage was noted for being "surprisingly open… red fruits, spices, and whole cluster notes." It presents a more elegant and transparent style, rather than being heavy or oaky. Expect moderate alcohol (around 11.5%), fine but present tannins, high and bright acidity that lifts the wine, and a medium-light body. Reviewers have praised its beautiful floral nose and precise dark/red fruit on the palate, with minimal astringency and a fresh, lifted feel. Other tasting notes include red cherry, strawberry, blackcurrant, white pepper, rose petal, and earthy undertones. The palate is ample, deep, and silky, driven by fine tannins and great energy, with a finely chiselled nose of crushed strawberries, subtle spice, floral notes, and a mineral touch. 【Cult natural winemaker with extremely limited production and a philosophy of freshness and transparency】 🍴 This red Burgundy pairs well with beef, veal, poultry, and game, including duck, goose, and other game birds. It has also been enjoyed with Japanese Wagyu. 🥂 While captivating in its youth, this wine is built to evolve beautifully, with an aging potential of 8-15+ years depending on the vintage and cellaring conditions. It's a wine that can be enjoyed with small bites and is often recommended to "rip the cork and enjoy!"