Red · Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru
Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru
A historic 50-hectare walled clos, shaped from the 12th century onwards by the monks of Cîteaux.
Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru
The terroir
Parcel
On a gentle slope, the terroir changes markedly from the top to the bottom of the Clos: stony, shallow soils on limestone bedrock in the upper part, becoming gradually deeper and more clay-rich towards the lower part.
Grape variety
Pinot Noir
Our know-how
From vineyard to cellar
Winemaking
After hand harvesting and sorting, 70% of the grapes are destemmed and 30% kept as whole clusters, then placed in stainless steel tanks for alcoholic fermentation. The wine is aged for 18 months, 20% in new barrels and 80% in barrels that have already held 2 to 3 wines.
Tasting advice
The experience
Sensory expression
Tasting notes
A springlike bouquet of rose and violet, joined by notes of blackberry, licorice, raspberry and truffle. On the palate, this commanding wine, rich in sap and mellowness, reveals great elegance and finesse, fleshy fullness and fine length.
Food matches
Food pairings
Duck breast with mushrooms, game birds, rib of beef, and soft cheeses such as Langres or Cîteaux.
Tasting advice
Serving & Ageing
Between 12 and 13°C (54–55°F) when young; between 15 and 16°C (59–61°F) for older vintages.
Aging potential: 10 to 30 years.
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