„Clos de la Roche“ MCMLV Grand Cru AOC 2022 1500ml Magnum

Wine description for „Clos de la Roche“ MCMLV Grand Cru AOC 2022 1500ml Magnum by Hubert Lignier

Character

The Clos de la Roche from Hubert Lignier embodies the aristocratic side of Burgundy. This Grand Cru from Morey-Saint-Denis unites power and finesse in remarkable balance. The magnum bottle promises moreover a slowed maturation and thus even greater complexity in the long term. The 2022 vintage presents itself despite climatic challenges with vibrant fruit and that Burgundian transparency which expresses the terroir unfiltered.

Terroir & Origin

The Clos de la Roche ranks among the five Grand Crus of Morey-Saint-Denis and is considered one of the finest Pinot Noir vineyard sites in the world. The limestone-rich soils with high stone content and the ideal hillside location in the Côte de Nuits lend the wine its characteristic mineral depth. Domaine Hubert Lignier tends its parcels with the greatest respect for terroir, whereby low yields and selective hand harvesting form the foundation for wines of extraordinary concentration.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Pinot Noir unfolds its full Burgundian complexity in the Clos de la Roche. The Lignier family works with traditional methods: spontaneous fermentation with wild yeasts, careful extraction and maturation in French oak barrels. The moderate alcohol content of 13% reflects the desire to place elegance before opulence. The dry expression underscores the purist philosophy of the house, which gives precedence to terroir over oenological interventions.

Food Pairing Recommendations

This Grand Cru demands a cuisine that respects its refinement: pigeon with porcini mushrooms, rare roasted venison with lingonberries or Coq au Vin are classic companions. Aged Époisses or Comté also harmonise beautifully. The magnum format makes this wine the ideal companion for festive occasions with multiple courses.