2022 Domaine Evenstad Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru

The 2022 Domaine Evenstad Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru is a powerful yet refined expression of one of Burgundy’s most storied vineyards. Crafted from the heart of the Clos, this wine captures the intricate balance of depth, structure, and finesse that has made Clos de Vougeot a benchmark for Pinot Noir lovers worldwide. In the generous 2022 vintage, Domaine Evenstad delivers a Grand Cru that is both charming in its youth and built for the long haul.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, this Clos de Vougeot shows a deep, luminous ruby hue with youthful purple highlights at the rim, signaling its concentration and vibrancy. The nose unfolds slowly, offering layers of black cherry, wild raspberry, and ripe red plum, intertwined with hints of violets, rose petals, and a subtle, earthy underbrush. As it opens, more complex notes appear: fine spice, cedar shavings, and a delicate touch of graphite and minerality that speaks clearly of its limestone-rich origin. On the palate, the wine is precise and structured, with a core of dark-red and black fruits framed by firm yet finely woven tannins. Flavors of cherry, blackberry, and crushed raspberry glide over a backbone of fresh, mouthwatering acidity. Nuances of forest floor, dried herbs, and subtle oak spice (clove, vanilla, and a whisper of toast) add depth without overshadowing the fruit. The finish is long and persistent, with a savory, mineral line that lingers. While already approachable with a good decant, this 2022 Grand Cru has excellent aging potential, promising additional complexity and silkier texture over 10–20 years in a proper cellar.

Production
Sourced from the historic Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru in the Côte de Nuits, this wine reflects a patchwork of limestone and clay soils that give both power and precision to Pinot Noir. The vineyard parcels are farmed with meticulous care, often employing sustainable and largely manual practices, including hand-picking at optimal ripeness to preserve purity of fruit and terroir expression. In the cellar, the grapes are carefully sorted before fermentation, typically in small vats to maintain parcel identity and gentle extraction. A combination of traditional Burgundian methods—such as cold soaking and cautious punch-downs or pump-overs—helps to capture color, aroma, and fine tannins without over-extraction. The wine is then aged in French oak barrels, with a judicious proportion of new oak to support, rather than dominate, the fruit and minerality, before bottling with minimal intervention to retain authenticity of site.

Food & Serving
This 2022 Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru is a natural partner for refined, savory dishes. Think roast duck with cherry or berry jus, herb-crusted lamb, veal tenderloin, or classic Burgundian fare like coq au vin and boeuf bourguignon. It also pairs beautifully with game birds, truffled dishes, and aged hard cheeses such as Comté or Gruyère. Serve at 15–17°C (59–63°F) to highlight its aromatic complexity and silky structure; avoid serving it too warm, which can blur its precision. For current drinking, decant for 1–2 hours to allow the wine to fully express its layers; as it matures, a shorter decant will be sufficient to wake it up from the cellar.

Producer
Domaine Evenstad represents the Burgundian outpost of the Evenstad family, known for their dedication to high-quality Pinot Noir and Chardonnay and their deep appreciation for terroir-driven wines. By establishing a foothold in Burgundy and working with prestigious sites such as Clos de Vougeot, the domaine underscores its commitment to classic, site-expressive winemaking. In the region, Domaine Evenstad is recognized for its combination of traditional Burgundian craftsmanship with a meticulous, quality-first approach in both vineyard and cellar. This Grand Cru bottling from Clos de Vougeot stands as a testament to their ambition: to translate some of Burgundy’s most hallowed terroirs into wines of detail, precision, and longevity.

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