Domaine Castagnier - Clos Saint-Denis Grand Cru - Red - 2022

Wine:

From a 35-are parcel on the mid-slope, where limestone-rich brown soils shape its character, the 2022 Red Clos Saint-Denis Grand Cru stands out for its elegance and finesse. The silky, beautifully structured tannins enhance its flavorful, seamless texture, making it effortlessly captivating. Rated 98/100 by the Selection Committee.

Vinification:

Hand harvested. 0.35 hectares of vines planted between 1967 and 1995 at an altitude of between 280 and 320 metres. Brown limestone soil with no stones, phosphorus and clay. Cold pre-fermentation maceration and vatting for a fortnight. Aged in barrels for 14 to 16 months, of which 40 to 50% are new.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C in a large glass.

Food and wine pairing:

Rack of veal with chanterelle mushrooms, rib of beef with Choron sauce, hind leg.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2040.

Largely under the radar but closely followed by our sommelier Christian Martray, Estate Castagnier crafts wines that truly reflect their Burgundian origins. Jérôme Castagnier meticulously tends to some of the region’s most prestigious terroirs—Gevrey-Chambertin, Morey-Saint-Denis, Chambolle-Musigny, and Vougeot—with unwavering dedication. His approach blends biodynamic-inspired practices with traditional barrel aging, incorporating a careful proportion of new oak to enhance complexity while preserving the purity of each cru.