Born within a legendary climats of the Côte de Nuits, the Domaine Vougeraie 2020 - Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru AOC embodies the harmony between power and restraint. On a parcel of approximately 0.70 hectare, vines planted between 1901 and 1998 draw strength from loam-limestone soils with an easterly exposure that captures the morning light. The 2020 vintage magnifies this geology, delivering concentrated, energetic material with subtle floral notes. Here, skilled hands honour nature through highly precise work to produce a wine that blends seductive black fruit, noble spice and vertical minerality. Intended for enthusiasts seeking a refined emotion, this Grand Cru unfolds with panache at the table and promises a moving, structured evolution in the cellar.

Blend and vinification

An expression of pure Pinot Noir, this Bonnes-Mares is hand-harvested, carefully sorted and then fermented with whole clusters to preserve the fruit’s brightness and the complexity of stem infusions. The ageing lasts around 16 months in French oak barrels, with a measured proportion of new wood (approximately 33 to 55%) to support the structure without masking the site’s identity. The biodynamic viticulture of the vines, combined with the distinctive limestone soil and eastern exposure, produces a wine that is at once flavourful, upright and profoundly expressive of its terroir.

Tasting notes

• Appearance : Deep, clear hue signalling great concentration, with reflections that attest to the vintage’s density and berry ripeness.
• Nose : Precise bouquet of red and black cherry, wild raspberry and violet, lifted by fine spices. Notes of forest floor and a chalky minerality add depth and freshness.
• Palate : Full, juicy opening, supported by a velvety yet firm tannic frame and a lively acidity. The balance extends into a long, mouthwatering finish with persistent mineral relief.

Serving temperature and recommendations

Serve this Grand Cru between 15 and 16°C in large glasses to reveal its aromatic complexity and the finesse of its tannins. A prior decanting of about one hour, depending on the wine’s youth, helps harmonise the fruit’s power, the spicy depth and the mineral drive. Store bottles in a cellar away from light, at stable temperature and controlled humidity. The 2020 shows a cellaring potential of 10 to 20 years, allowing tertiary aromas of undergrowth, truffle and gentle spice to emerge while preserving generous sap.

Food pairings

• Aperitifs : gougères, jambon persillé (ham in parsley aspic), delicate poultry rillettes served sparingly.
• Starters : game pie, duck terrine with berries, slow-cooked egg with wild mushrooms.
• Main courses : roast duck, herb-roasted lamb, game birds, Beef Bourguignon, mushroom risotto.
• Cheeses : well-aged Comté, truffled Brillat-Savarin, mild blue cheeses with a creamy, melting texture.
• Desserts : restrained dark chocolate desserts, thin red fruit tart, spiced petits fours.

Occasions

The Domaine Vougeraie 2020 - Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru AOC is the ideal companion for:

• Marking a gourmet dinner where each course engages with a great terroir.
• During a solemn occasion calling for emotion and remembrance.
• As a connoisseur’s gift for a Burgundy lover seeking a vibrant signature.

Specifications

• Name : Domaine Vougeraie 2020 - Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru AOC
• Appellation : Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru AOC, Côte de Nuits
• Type : Red wine, Pinot Noir
• Vintage : 2020
• Grape variety : Pinot Noir (100%), whole-cluster fermentation
• Alcohol by volume : 13%
• Ageing : ageing of around 16 months in French oak barrels, 33 to 55% new
• Bottle size(s) : 75 cl and 150 cl
• Cellaring : 10 to 20 years depending on cellar conditions
• Serving temperature : 15-16°C