The 2021 Marchand-Tawse Clos Vougeot Grand Cru is a profound and expressive Pinot Noir, showcasing the timeless grandeur of one of Burgundy’s most celebrated Grand Cru vineyards. Marchand-Tawse, a domaine with a reputation for precision and terroir-focused winemaking, has crafted a wine that captures the complexity and depth of Clos Vougeot. Situated at the heart of the Côte de Nuits, Clos Vougeot’s diverse terroir and limestone-rich soils produce wines of power, elegance, and longevity.

In the glass, the wine displays a deep ruby hue with garnet highlights. The nose is complex and layered, offering aromas of black cherries, ripe plums, and redcurrants, interwoven with floral notes of violets and subtle hints of forest floor, cedar, and spice. On the palate, it is full-bodied and finely structured, with firm, velvety tannins and vibrant acidity. Concentrated flavors of dark fruit, black tea, and savory herbs are complemented by a distinct mineral edge, leading to a long, elegant finish with whispers of spice and truffle.

The 2021 vintage, characterized by cooler and more challenging conditions, imparts this wine with remarkable freshness and precision, emphasizing its balance and nuanced profile. This Grand Cru pairs beautifully with dishes like roasted venison, duck confit, or braised short ribs, and it will shine alongside truffle-infused dishes. While approachable in its youth for its aromatic complexity and refined tannins, this Clos Vougeot has the depth and structure to evolve gracefully over the next 15–20 years, revealing further layers of complexity. Marchand-Tawse’s interpretation of Clos Vougeot is a testament to their skill and the enduring prestige of this iconic vineyard.