Louis Jadot : Clos Vougeot Grand cru Dom. Louis Jadot 2023

Characteristics and tasting advice for the Clos Vougeot Grand cru Dom. Louis Jadot 2023 by Louis Jadot 

Service

For optimal tasting, serve between 16 and 17°C.

The delicacy and balance of a red wine from Burgundy

The property

The House of Louis Jadot, established since 1859, is a true reference in Burgundy. Its adventure began with the acquisition of the Beaune Premier Cru "Clos des Ursules" in 1826. Owner of prestigious vineyard plots, the House of Louis Jadot perpetuates a know-how passed down from generation to generation, offering enthusiasts the best of Burgundy.

At the head of the House of Louis Jadot since 1992, Pierre-Henry Gagey handed over his position in September 2022 to Thomas Seiter (Bouchard Père et Fils) and the General Management to his son Thibault Gagey.

The vineyard

This Grand cru Domaine is a Clos Vougeot wine, emblematic terroir of 50 hectares in the heart of the Côte de Nuits. As the second owner among the 88 that this Clos counts, the House of Louis Jadot watches over an exceptional vineyard of nearly 0.5 hectare, facing due east and resting on clay-limestone soils.

The vintage

The mild and dry winter delays the vine cycle. After a late bud break, the vine grows vigorously in May. Flowering is early with beautiful bunches. Some storms in July alleviate the lack of water, and veraison begins. August sees a heatwave followed by beneficial rains. The harvest begins in early September under high heat. The white wines show a beautiful acidity, the red wines are dense with ripe tannins. The vintage presents a good balance and promises a long aging, with wines with clear and pure aromas.

Vinification and aging

Manual harvest followed by a rigorous sorting before destemming. Maceration in open wooden and stainless steel vats for 3 to 4 weeks. Fermentation accompanied by 2 daily punch downs. Aging for 18 months in oak barrels from the estate's cooperage (1/3 of which are new).

Grape variety

Pinot noir (100%).