Among Burgundy’s historic great terroirs, the Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru 2023 from Domaine Henri Rebourseau stands out as a work of purity and authority, crafted in the very heart of this legendary vineyard. This vintage, chiselled by attentive viticulture and strict parcel selection, reveals the noble register of Pinot Noir in an expression that is lifted, vibrant and richly textured. At the heart of the clos, the 2.21 hectares parcel benefits from varied soils—gravelly over limestone on the upper slopes, more clayey and stony toward the middle and lower sections—a mosaic that provides energy, breadth and length. Aimed at lovers of age-worthy wines, this grand cru combines uprightness and sensuality, revealing a bouquet with hints of smoke and fine leather, brightened by rose and peony, followed by savoury dark fruit. The domaine’s signature—precise and respectful of the living terroir—gives the 2023 a measured depth, attention to detail and an unshowy persistence, ideal for haute cuisine and special moments.

Blend and vinification

This wine is made from 100% Pinot Noir from the 2023 harvest, grown under a sustainable viticulture approach that favours close observation of the vine and true terroir expression. The range of soil textures within the Clos de Vougeot—alternating gravels and limestone at altitude, then clays and scree on intermediate slopes—creates a unique aromatic and structural dynamic. Vinification, conducted with a focus on balance, seeks fruit precision, floral delicacy and clarity of spice, without forcing ripeness. The one-year ageing in French oak barrels polishes the material and refines the tannins while preserving the wine’s energy. The result is a grand cru both disciplined and caressing, with a solid tannic architecture ready to travel through time and unfold gracefully over the years.

Tasting notes

• Colour : Deep ruby with purple highlights, clear and dense, suggesting noble concentration. The legs are fine and regular, a promise of a silky texture to come.
• Nose : Complex and evolving, it opens on ripe black fruits—blackberry and dark sour cherry—before moving to delicate smoky notes, patinated leather and zan. A floral garland of rose and peony lends an aerial grace, completed by a touch of green pepper and subtle minerality.
• Palate : Precise entry, taut freshness and racy tannins. The structure stretches with confidence, between juicy fruit, fine spices and a savoury core. The finish, long and vibrant, marries floral elegance with spicy depth, and a salinity that invites food.

Serving temperature and advice

Serve this Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru between 15 and 16°C in large Burgundy glasses to support aromatics and soften the tannins. A prior decanting or a brief carafe can be helpful in the early years to awaken the floral dimension and settle the structure. Store bottles on their side, away from light and temperature fluctuations, in a cool, humid cellar. This vintage shows a remarkable ageing potential and will express itself ideally from 2026, with a steady evolution over two decades to gain further complexity, harmony and velvet.

Food pairings

• Aperitifs : thin slices of air-dried beef, parsley-cured ham, Comté gougères, served sparingly to preserve the wine’s freshness.
• Starters : hand-cut veal tartare, pâté en croûte with poultry and liver, slow-cooked egg with seasonal mushrooms and reduced jus.
• Main courses : roasted pigeon with jus, pan-roasted veal chop in brown butter, duck with gentle spices, porcini risotto, black truffle when in season.
• Cheeses : well-aged yet fruity Comté, truffled Brillat-Savarin, Jura tomme, lightly aged Époisses served sparingly so as not to overpower the wine.
• Desserts : rare but possible pairings with a low-sugar dark chocolate dessert, pure cocoa and a pinch of salt, served in small portions to respect balance.

Tasting occasions

This Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru 2023 is the ideal companion for:

• Celebrating an exceptional moment in private, where emotion calls for slowness and attention.
• At a gastronomic dinner where precision cooking meets a structured, balanced wine.
• As an insider’s gift for a Burgundy enthusiast sensitive to the depth of great terroirs.

Characteristics

• Name : Domaine Henri Rebourseau, Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru 2023
• Appellation : Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru AOC
• Type : Red wine
• Vintage : 2023
• Grape : Pinot Noir (100%)
• Alcohol : 13.5%
• Aging : 12 months in French oak barrels
• Volume : 75 cl
• Cellaring : from 2026, up to 20 years and beyond
• Serving temperature : 15–16°C