Category: | Red Wines |
Sub-Category: | Red Wines |
Producer: | Domaine de la Vougeraie |
Label Name: | Bonnes Mares Grand Cru |
Vintage: | 2020 |
Country: | France |
Region: | Bonnes Mares (Chambolle‑Musigny / Morey‑Saint‑Denis), Côte de Nuits, Burgundy |
Volume: | 750ml |
ABV: | 13% |
Grape(s): | Pinot Noir |
Acidity: | 4 |
Tannins: | 3 |
Sweetness: | 1 |
Body: | 4 |
Length: | 4 |
Aroma Intensity: | 4 |
Best Temperature: | 15-17°C |
Awards/Ratings
High critical scores: Vinous (Neal Martin) 92–94, Jasper Morris MW 95–97, Allen Meadows/Burghound ~93–95; commonly cited average ~95/100; noted for whole‑bunch complexity and long ageing potential
Tasting Note
Perfumed red and black fruit—cherry, raspberry, blueberry—layered with violet, crushed herb and subtle spice. Medium‑full bodied, sappy acidity, fine whole‑cluster tannins, mineral core and a structured, long finish that will open with bottle age.
Food Pairing
Western: roast duck, lamb, beef short ribs, mushroom risotto, aged cheeses. Asian: Peking duck, char siu, miso‑glazed fish, umami mushroom ramen, Korean bulgogi.
Production Method
Biodynamic viticulture; 100% whole‑cluster fermentation with gentle extraction; matured ~12 months in French oak (approx. 30% new).
Vineyard Info
Domaine de la Vougeraie (est. 1999 by the Boisset family) farms organically/biodynamically across Côte d'Or, owning multiple Grand Cru parcels including Bonnes Mares; led by Sylvie Poillot and the estate winemaking team.