2021 Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru Domaine de la Vougeraie Vougeraie
The 2021 Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru from Domaine de la Vougeraie is a powerful yet refined wine that exemplifies the grandeur of the grands crus of the Côte de Nuits. With its deep aromatic complexity and remarkable balance, it offers a rich and sophisticated tasting experience, perfect for lovers of fine Burgundy wines. Promising a magnificent evolution in the cellar, this wine guarantees a memorable experience as it matures over the years.
Winery: Domaine de la Vougeraie
Grape Variety: Pinot Noir
Region: Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru, Vougeot, Côte de Nuits, Burgundy, France
Appellation: Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru
Color: Red
Bottle Size: 0.75 L
Description
The 2021 Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru from Domaine de la Vougeraie is a quintessential red wine from one of the most prestigious climates in the Côte de Nuits. Domaine de la Vougeraie, known for its biodynamic practices and dedication to the terroir, expresses the full power and elegance of Pinot Noir in this wine. Clos de Vougeot, with its 50 hectares, is the largest of the grands crus in Burgundy, renowned for producing wines of great complexity and exceptional aging potential. The 2021 vintage, characterized by cooler weather, produced wines with vibrant freshness and refined tannic structure.
Blend
This Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru is made exclusively from Pinot Noir, the noble grape variety of Burgundy. The unique terroir of Clos de Vougeot, with its limestone and clay soils, imparts the wine with a robust structure and deep aromatic complexity.
Tasting Notes
Color: Intense ruby red with garnet reflections, showcasing the wine’s concentration and aging potential.
Nose: Expressive and complex, the nose reveals aromas of ripe black fruits like black cherry, cassis, and blackberry, along with floral and spicy notes. Hints of undergrowth, licorice, and minerality add further depth to the elegant bouquet.
Palate: On the palate, the wine is powerful and well-structured, with firm yet silky tannins. Flavors of black fruits blend seamlessly with earthy and spicy notes, delivering great complexity and impressive length. The persistent finish is marked by freshness and minerality, balancing the richness of the wine beautifully.
Aging Potential
The 2021 Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru from Domaine de la Vougeraie has an excellent aging potential. It can be enjoyed in its youth for its freshness and aromatic intensity, but will continue to evolve and improve in the cellar for 15 to 25 years, revealing greater complexity over time.
Food Pairing
This Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru pairs perfectly with roasted or grilled red meats, such as beef filet or leg of lamb. It also complements game dishes, rich stews, and aged cheeses like comté or brie de Meaux.