Francois et Denis Clair, Francoise et Denis Clair Santenay Clos Genet 2022

Francois et Denis Clair Santenay Clos Genet 2022 is a refined red Burgundy from the Côte de Beaune, showcasing the elegant, fresh character associated with Santenay. Produced by a domaine founded in 1986, it combines expressive red fruit with subtle menthol and liquorice notes, supported by polished tannins and a lively finish.

Tasting Notes
The wine displays a bright ruby-red appearance. On the nose, aromas of ripe red fruit are complemented by cool menthol, liquorice and a subtle earthy nuance. The palate is fresh and finely textured, with vibrant fruitiness balanced by attractive tannins that provide structure and lift without overwhelming the wine. Its balance and freshness make it approachable in its youth, while the tannic framework should allow it to develop additional savoury and earthy complexity over the next several years. It is likely to show well from around 2025 and can be enjoyed through the late 2020s with careful cellaring.

Production
The fruit comes from Santenay in Burgundy’s Côte d’Or, where the region’s limestone-rich soils and moderate continental climate help preserve Pinot Noir’s freshness and finesse. The grapes are carefully sorted and 100% destemmed before being placed in concrete tanks below 10°C for a cold maceration of approximately one week. Once fermentation begins, colour and fruit are extracted through regular remontage, with the total cuvaison lasting around three weeks. The wine then matures for 12 months in oak barrels, 15% of which are new. It is subsequently blended in stainless-steel tanks and bottled after a total of 18 months, following light filtration.

Food & Serving
A versatile partner for roast chicken, duck, veal, pork tenderloin and mushroom-based dishes. Its freshness also works particularly well with coq au vin, Burgundy-style beef preparations and moderately seasoned charcuterie. Serve slightly cool, around 14–16°C. Decanting is not essential for a young bottle, but 30–45 minutes in a carafe can help open the aromas; older bottles are best poured carefully to preserve their delicacy and any sediment.

Producer
Françoise and Denis Clair founded Domaine Clair in Santenay in 1986, initially working just five hectares with a strong focus on the appellation’s red wines. Through inheritance and carefully chosen acquisitions, the domaine expanded to 14 hectares planted with Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Their son Jean-Baptiste joined the estate in 2000 and helped advance both vineyard practices and winemaking. Today, the domaine’s wines are matured in the old vaulted cellars of Saint-Aubin, reflecting a traditional Burgundian approach supported by careful, modern precision.

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