Domaine Henri Rebourseau - Clos de Vougeot - Grand Cru - Vieilles Vignes - Red - 2021

Wine:

Crafted from the oldest vines in the parcel, some nearing a century in age, the 2021 Red Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru Vieilles Vigne offers an added layer of complexity, depth, and refinement. Aromas of spice and violet enhance its already impressive profile. Like its counterpart from Vougeot, this wine’s structure and character call for extended aging, making it an exceptional choice for special occasions—pair it with truffle-stuffed guinea fowl for a truly memorable experience.

Vinification:

Harvested by hand. Area of 2.21 ha, planted in 1927, 1968, 1973, 1977, 1990, 2011. 100% de-stemmed, vinification in open stainless steel vats. Aged for 18 months in French oak barrels.

Color:

A deep red with beautiful intensity and brilliance.

Nose:

Aromas of red and black fruits intertwined with hints of spice and violet.

Palate:

Full-bodied and deep, this cuvée reveals concentrated flavors of ripe red and black fruit, delivering a powerful, expansive profile with exceptional persistence. Its structure and intensity suggest excellent aging potential.

Temperature:

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

Food and wine pairing:

Guinea fowl with truffles, squab stuffed with foie gras.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2040 and beyond for enthusiasts.

Domaine Henri Rebourseau is a cornerstone of Gevrey-Chambertin, known for its remarkable vineyard holdings, including nearly all the Grands Crus in the appellation. Long celebrated for wines that honor Burgundian tradition with precise and balanced flavors, it holds a special place among enthusiasts.

Since its acquisition by the Bouygues family five years ago, the estate has undergone a significant transformation. With a shift to biodynamic viticulture, a state-of-the-art gravity-fed winery, and refined aging techniques, the winemaking has reached new levels of precision and depth. These changes have firmly established Domaine Henri Rebourseau as one of Burgundy’s elite estates, on par with the region’s most iconic names.