Category: | White Wines |
Sub-Category: | White Wines |
Producer: | Domaine de la Vougeraie |
Label Name: | Vougeot 1er Cru Le Clos Blanc de Vougeot Monopole |
Vintage: | 2020 |
Country: | France |
Region: | Vougeot, Côte de Nuits, Burgundy |
Volume: | 750ml |
ABV: | 13.5% |
Grape(s): | 95% Chardonnay, 4% Pinot Gris, 1% Pinot Blanc |
Acidity: | 4 |
Sweetness: | 1 |
Body: | 4 |
Length: | 4 |
Aroma Intensity: | 4 |
Best Temperature: | 12-14°C |
Awards/Ratings
Jasper Morris MW 92–95; Vinous 90–92 (2021); Wine Spectator 93 (Aug 31, 2023); Burghound 90–92; Tim Atkin/Christy Canterbury 93–94
Tasting Note
Bright citrus and orchard fruit (lemon, apple, pear) with hazelnut, toasted spice and subtle saline minerality. Creamy mid-palate, energetic acidity and a long, slightly smoky finish (youthful tannic frame).
Food Pairing
Western: lobster with butter, creamy mushroom risotto, roast chicken, smoked salmon. Asian: miso‑glazed black cod, tempura prawns, crab sushi, mild Thai coconut fish curry.
Production Method
Organic/biodynamic viticulture. Whole‑cluster pneumatic pressing, 24h settling, indigenous yeast fermentation (stainless then barrel), 16 months in barrels (≈20% new), monthly bâtonnage; light filtration, no fining.
Vineyard Info
Domaine de la Vougeraie (Boisset family) founded 1999. Monopole Clos Blanc de Vougeot (historic walled vineyard), certified organic (Ecocert) and biodynamic (Demeter).