Among the most sought-after reds of the Côte de Nuits, the Bouchard Père & Fils Clos Vougeot Grand Cru 2017 celebrates the nobility of Pinot Noir in a finely chiselled, deeply elegant expression. Enclosed by the Cistercian stone walls, the Clos de Vougeot covers nearly 50 hectares today shared among around eighty owners. The upper, gravelly and limestone-rich plots produce wines with aristocratic structure and mineral length. In the 2017 vintage, Bouchard Père & Fils delivers a masterly reading of the terroir, combining precision of craft and a keen sense of balance. Garnet in colour with red and violet tinges, bouquet of confit dark fruits, licorice and mocha, a broad and refined palate, this Grand Cru evokes a living classicism, vibrant and naturally at home at the fine dining table. Patiently raised in oak barrels, it unfolds without showiness, favouring depth over flash, and promises a steady evolution through to 2027.

Assemblage et vinification

This Clos Vougeot is made from 100% Pinot Noir, Burgundy’s premier grape, chosen here for its fine tannin and its ability to reflect the mosaic of soils within the clos. Vinification, attentive to the vintage’s ripeness, favours measured extraction to preserve fruit brightness and the terroir’s energy. The maceration lasts 18 à 21 jours, seeking polished tannins and a silky mid-palate. The élevage, lasting 12 à 14 mois in fûts de chêne, includes a proportion of 45 à 60% de bois neuf, bringing delicate mocha notes and a perfectly drawn structure, without ever overpowering the site’s original expression.

Notes de dégustation

• Robe : Deep garnet, crossed with red and violet highlights. The sheen reveals great purity, while the concentrated disc indicates a complete material and a promise of harmonious development.
• Nez : Intense opening on confit dark fruits such as blackberry and blackcurrant, supported by a touch of licorice and a delicate mocha register from élevage. With aeration, soft spice notes emerge alongside a mineral signature that evokes the limestone of the upper clos.
• Bouche : Silky attack, harmonious mid-palate, round tannins and a refined grain. The sap stretches naturally, carried by structuring freshness and a subtle mineral thread. The finish, persistent and upright, blends dark fruit, fine cocoa and a balsamic touch, leaving an impression of sovereign balance.

Température de service et conseils

Serve this Grand Cru between 17 et 18°C in large Burgundy glasses to embrace the full complexity of the bouquet and the velvety texture of the tannins. An early decanting, 30 minutes before serving, helps showcase the spice and mocha notes without compromising fruit precision. Store bottles lying down, away from light and vibration, in a cool, steady environment. The 2017 vintage has a cellaring potential up to 2027, allowing aromatic and structural elements to integrate and gain complexity.

Accords mets et vin

• Apéritifs : charcuterie board, parsleyed ham, forest puff pastries. Bold starters that respect the fruit drive and the wine’s fine texture.
• Entrées : œufs en meurette, pâté en croûte, mushroom pie. The measured vinousness of the 2017 dialogues with umami and highlights the jus.
• Plats : roasted or sauced meats, duck, côte de bœuf, feathered game. Silky tannins wrap around the flesh, the clean finish lifts the jus and extends the pleasure.
• Fromages : époisses, langres, aged comté, matured brillat-savarin. The measured power and aromatic depth complement creamy textures or pressed cheeses with elegance.
• Desserts : favour very lightly sweet options, such as a dark chocolate ganache with warm spices. For adventurous palates, a roasted pear with cocoa notes can underline the wine’s peppery finish.

Moments de dégustation

The Bouchard Père & Fils Clos Vougeot Grand Cru 2017 is the ideal companion for:

• Celebrating an exceptional meal where food and wine pairing lead the experience, from starter to cheese.
• During a gastronomic dinner among knowledgeable enthusiasts, when conversation turns to terroir and vintage memory.
• As an insider’s gift, worthy of a fine cellar, to honour Burgundian tradition with tact and distinction.

Caractéristiques

• Nom : Bouchard Père & Fils Clos Vougeot Grand Cru 2017
• Appellation : Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru AOC
• Type : Red wine, 100% Pinot Noir
• Millésime : 2017
• Terroir : gravelly and limestone soils on the upper parts of the clos
• Vinification : maceration of 18 à 21 jours
• Élevage : 12 à 14 mois en fût de chêne, 45 à 60% de bois neuf
• Service : 17 à 18°C, Burgundy glasses recommended
• Garde : up to 2027 depending on storage conditions
• Accords : roasted or sauced meats, game, mature cheeses