2021 Clos-Saint-Denis Grand Cru Domaine Stéphane Magnien
The 2021 Clos Saint-Denis Grand Cru from Domaine Stéphane Magnien is a refined and powerful wine that encapsulates the finesse and complexity of the great wines of Morey-Saint-Denis. With its freshness and perfect balance, this vintage offers a harmonious and sophisticated tasting experience, ideal for Burgundy enthusiasts and connoisseurs of fine wines.
Winery: Domaine Stéphane Magnien
Grape Variety: Pinot Noir
Region: Clos Saint-Denis Grand Cru, Morey-Saint-Denis, Côte de Nuits, Burgundy, France
Appellation: Clos Saint-Denis Grand Cru
Color: Red
Bottle Size: 0.75 L
Description
The 2021 Clos Saint-Denis Grand Cru from Domaine Stéphane Magnien is an exceptional red wine from a prestigious terroir in Morey-Saint-Denis, Côte de Nuits. Domaine Stéphane Magnien, a small family-run estate, is renowned for crafting refined and authentic wines that express the purity of Pinot Noir. The Clos Saint-Denis vineyard is famous for producing elegant, complex, and subtle wines that balance power with finesse. The 2021 vintage, shaped by cooler climatic conditions, yielded wines with excellent balance, tension, and remarkable aromatic complexity.
Blend
This Clos Saint-Denis Grand Cru is made exclusively from Pinot Noir, Burgundy’s noble grape variety. The vineyard’s limestone-rich soils give the wine a striking minerality and elegance while preserving a fine, well-integrated tannic structure.
Tasting Notes
Color: Deep ruby red with garnet reflections, reflecting the concentration of the vintage.
Nose: The nose is delicate yet complex, with aromas of fresh red fruits like cherry and raspberry, combined with floral, spicy, and mineral notes. Hints of undergrowth and truffle add depth to the bouquet.
Palate: On the palate, the wine is elegant and well-structured, with silky tannins. The red fruit flavors blend harmoniously with spicy and earthy notes, delivering a fresh, persistent finish. The elegant minerality, a hallmark of the Clos Saint-Denis terroir, lingers on the finish.
Aging Potential
The 2021 Clos Saint-Denis Grand Cru from Domaine Stéphane Magnien has excellent aging potential. It can be enjoyed now for its vibrant freshness and fruitiness, but it will continue to evolve and improve in the cellar for 10 to 20 years, developing even greater complexity and depth with time.
Food Pairing
This Clos Saint-Denis Grand Cru pairs perfectly with delicate red meats, such as beef filet or duck breast. It also complements game dishes, roasted poultry, and aged cheeses like comté and brie.