Category: | Red Wines |
Sub-Category: | Red Wines |
Producer: | Chateau de la Tour |
Label Name: | Clos Vougeot Cuvee Classique Grand Cru |
Vintage: | 2020 |
Country: | France |
Region: | Burgundy (Clos de Vougeot, Côte de Nuits) |
Volume: | 750ml |
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
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate (William Kelley) 94–96; Vinous (Neal Martin) 94–96; Jasper Morris/Inside Burgundy 96–98 (Vieilles Vignes/Hommage selections); Burghound 93–95; Decanter positive review
Tasting Note
Concentrated black cherry, plum and raspberry with violet, cocoa, menthol and loamy earth; powerful yet refined tannins, lively acidity, spice and a long, perfumed finish.
Food Pairing
Western: roast duck, beef bourguignon, lamb, venison, mushroom risotto. Asian: Peking duck, char siu or soy‑glazed pork, miso aubergine, grilled teriyaki beef, Korean BBQ short ribs.
Production Method
Hand-harvested; partial destemming with ~60–80% whole-cluster fermentation; aged in French oak (c.30–45% new) for extended élevage; organic/biodynamic vineyard practices.
Vineyard Info
Château de la Tour (Labet family ownership since 19th century) is the largest single owner within the Clos de Vougeot (~5.5–6 ha). François and Edouard Labet emphasize old vines, low yields and biodynamic farming.