Domaine Dujac, Clos de la Roche Grand Cru

Opened at Dujac. P&P and enjoyed from half. More whole bunch on the nose than the '23, and surprisingly more reductive than the '23 as well. That being said, not too green and the concentration comes through here to combat the challenges of the vintage. Very approachable now and should get better with some time. One to keep track of, and thanks to J for sharing!

Aristocratique, élégant, profond. Absolument magnifique. Le genre de vin qui nous permet de justifier notre folie pour les grands Bourgogne.

100% biodynamically farmed Pinot Noir from parcels totaling to 1,95-hectares (4,8 acres) in Grand Cru Clos de la Roche - including a sizeable portion of the original Clos de la Roche climat . Around 1/4 of the fruit is destemmed, the rest vinified in whole bunches. Fermented spontaneously in stainless steel and macerated with the skins for approximately 12 days. Aged for 15 months in predominantly new oak barrels. Bottled unfined and unfiltered. 13,5% alcohol. Youthful, somewhat translucent and quite …

Light cherry, well balanced - smooth. Cedar and flowers on the nose

A little reduction at first. Possesses a core of creamy, dark cherry fruit. It is layered and powerful, with excellent minerally detail. There’s loads of floral spice and a finish that drives on and on.