Category: | Red Wines |
Sub-Category: | Red Wines |
Producer: | Chateau de la Tour |
Label Name: | Clos Vougeot Cuvee Vieilles Vignes Grand Cru |
Vintage: | 2020 |
Country: | France |
Region: | Burgundy (Côte de Nuits) — Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru |
Volume: | 1500ml |
ABV: | 13.5% |
Grape(s): | Pinot Noir |
Acidity: | 4 |
Tannins: | 4 |
Sweetness: | 1 |
Body: | 4 |
Length: | 5 |
Aroma Intensity: | 4 |
Best Temperature: | 16-18°C |
Awards/Ratings
Critics: Wine Advocate 94–96, Vinous 94–96; Decanter reviewed (positive). Multiple merchants list high scores and long ageing potential (2025–2050)
Tasting Note
Concentrated black cherry, plum and cassis with violet florals, cocoa, earth and a menthol note. Firm tannins, lively acidity and a long, perfumed finish; dense and age-worthy.
Food Pairing
Western: roast duck, confit de canard, lamb, mushroom risotto, beef bourguignon. Asian: Peking duck, Korean bulgogi, miso-glazed aubergine/salmon, shiitake soba, char siu pork.
Production Method
Organic/biodynamic viticulture; low yields from old vines; partial destemming (c.60–80% whole-cluster), fermentation in stainless vats, élevage in new and used oak (substantial ageing), lightly filtered.
Vineyard Info
Château de la Tour (Labet family) is the largest single owner in Clos de Vougeot (~5–6 ha). Historic château run by François and Édouard Labet, producing traditional, high-quality Grand Cru wines.