Vosne Romanée 1er Cru “Les Hauts de Beaux Monts” Vieilles Vignes AOC 2020

Wine Description for Vosne Romanée 1er Cru “Les Hauts de Beaux Monts” Vieilles Vignes AOC 2020 by Bruno Clavelier

Character

Bruno Clavelier ranks among the craft-oriented winemakers of Vosne-Romanée who rely on old vines and traditional methods. His “Les Hauts de Beaux Monts” from the Premier Cru Beaux Monts comes from the higher-altitude parcels of this renowned vineyard site. The moderate alcohol content of 12% speaks to a restrained, elegant style – a deliberate counterpoint to concentrated, extraction-heavy wines. Here finesse takes precedence over power, transparency over opulence.

Terroir & Origin

Beaux Monts lies at the southern edge of Vosne-Romanée, directly bordering Nuits-Saint-Georges. The vineyard site benefits from calcareous clay soils and a gentle slope that provides good drainage and coolness. The higher-altitude parcels – “Les Hauts” – tend to produce finer, more aromatic wines with precise structure. The 2020 vintage was characterised by warmth in Burgundy, yet careful winemakers such as Clavelier were able to maintain balance through old vines with deep roots and selective harvesting.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Pinot Noir from old vines naturally yields lower production but greater concentration and complexity. Clavelier works with whole bunches and extended maceration periods, largely eschewing new oak barrels in order not to mask the fruit and terroir. The result is wines of remarkable clarity and depth that require time to unfold. The low alcohol level suggests an early harvest – a deliberate pursuit of freshness and drinkability rather than power.

Food Pairing Suggestions

A wine of this calibre demands equally thoughtful cuisine: roasted pigeon or duck with cherries, game terrine, Coq au Vin or a well-aged Époisses. The wine’s elegance harmonises with mushroom dishes – such as porcini risotto – and braised veal. Classic Burgundian pairings that do not overwhelm the wine but rather bring its subtle nuances to the fore.