Among the great reds that define Burgundy’s legend, the Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru 2021 from Domaine Jérôme Castagnier stands as a work of precision. Born at the heart of the clos, on a plot of about 50 ares situated on the upper section, near the Échezeaux, it draws on the elegant character of the Grand-Maupertuis area to deliver a pure, eloquent reading of Pinot Noir. The 2021 vintage, delicate as lace, gains admirable relief here: a finely carved framework, a lucid aromatic intensity and a persistence that lingers long after the last sip. The estate, now in its 5e génération and based in Morey-Saint-Denis, manages its vineyards with exemplary rigour and a spirit of biodynamie that magnifies the terroir’s expression. At the table, this Grand Cru pairs with fine meats and measured cooking; in the cellar, it promises to write some of the finest pages of your collection over the years.

Assemblage et vinification

This wine is made exclusively from Pinot Noir, vendange 2021, sourced from a selected parcel on the upper part of the Clos de Vougeot, close to the Échezeaux, in the historic Grand-Maupertuis sector. The pratiques culturales en biodynamie and the meticulous vineyard care aim for the vine’s natural balance, producing calm, concentrated grapes that can faithfully express the site. Winemaking, conducted with acute attention to detail, seeks precision, fruit clarity and a fine texture, for a style that is at once vibrant, deep and remarkably harmonious. Every step, from the vineyard to the cellar, follows a philosophy of exactness so the 2021 vintage can deliver its truth with elegance and accuracy.

Notes de dégustation

• Robe : Bright ruby with a deep core, translucent edges, crystalline clarity revealing controlled concentration and inner energy.
• Nez : Precise lift of wild strawberry, morello cherry and blackcurrant, nuanced by a breath of forest floor, dried leaf and liquorice. With aeration, fine spices, a minty hint and a restrained minerality add complexity to the bouquet.
• Bouche : Silky attack, silk-like tannins and a generous mid-palate without heaviness. The grain is delicate, the structure mouth-watering, the finish extended on cherry kernel, liquorice and a persistent mineral vibration.

Température de service et conseils

Serve this Grand Cru between 16 and 17°C in large Burgundy glasses to fully embrace the aromatic complexity and tactile finesse of the Pinot Noir. A prior aeration of around one hour gracefully reveals fruity nuances and subtle sweet spices. Ideal cellaring ranges from 15 to 20 years depending on preference: the early years for fruit purity, then the following decade for a more pronounced tertiary depth, marked by truffle and humus. Store bottles on their side, away from light, in a cool, stable cellar. On the plate, favour pink/medium-rare cookings and delicate sauces that will respect its balance and impressive length.

Accords mets et vin

• Apéritifs : artisanal charcuterie, jambon persillé, slightly warm gougères to awaken the fruit without overpowering it.
• Entrées : œufs en meurette, game pie, pâté en croûte, where the wine highlights the delicacy of the juices and controlled richness.
• Plats : roasted small game, partridge or duck, a just-seared cut of Charolais, short jus and woodland garnishes.
• Fromages : measuredly aged Époisses, 24-month Comté, truffled Brillat-Savarin, served at cellar temperature to preserve harmony.
• Desserts : rare; favour a square of low-sugar dark chocolate or a cocoa-vanilla entremet, served sparingly so as not to mask the wine’s finesse.

Moments de dégustation

The Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru 2021, Domaine Jérôme Castagnier, is the ideal companion:

• To celebrate an exceptional dinner where the wine’s architecture dialogues with seasonal cooking.
• At a game meal, when noble game and concentrated jus call for a finely chiselled tannic frame.
• As a rare gift for a Burgundy enthusiast, to open today or to let develop further in the cellar.

Caractéristiques

• Nom : Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru 2021, Domaine Jérôme Castagnier
• Appellation : Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru AOC
• Type : Red wine
• Millésime : 2021
• Cépage : Pinot Noir (100%)
• Degré d’alcool : 13,5%
• Vieillissement : informations non communiquées par le domaine
• Contenance : selon format disponible
• Garde : 15 à 20 ans
• Température de service : 16–17°C