Domaine de la Vougeraie Vougeot 'Les Cras' Premier Cru 2023
4.7
HK$882
750ml
Bottle
Vintage Character From the prestigious Vougeot 1er Cru appellation, the 2023 Domaine de la Vougeraie 'Les Cras' Premier Cru offers a brilliant expression of its unique Burgundy terroir. The 2023 vintage in Burgundy was characterized by a warm, sun-drenched growing season that yielded a generous crop, requiring meticulous sorting to preserve fresh acidity and precise flavor definition. The 'Les Cras' climat, situated on a steep slope of active limestone and shallow stony soils just above the Grand Cru wall, imparts a distinct mineral drive and structure to the Pinot Noir vines planted here.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing On the nose, this elegant red Burgundy reveals expressive aromas of wild strawberries, red cherries, and dried rose petals, accented by hints of black tea and crushed limestone. The palate is defined by its vibrant acidity and fine-grained, chalky tannins that lead into a pure, lingering finish marked by savory red fruits. Pair this refined Pinot Noir with roasted duck breast in a cherry reduction or pan-seared squab with wild mushrooms.
Winery Background Established in 1999, Domaine de la Vougeraie has quickly become a benchmark for biodynamic viticulture in the Côte d'Or. The estate has farmed this tiny 0.37-hectare parcel biodynamically since 2001, utilizing horse-plowing to protect soil structure and hand-harvesting to ensure pristine fruit quality. Their non-interventionist winemaking philosophy relies on native yeasts and gentle oak aging, creating pure, terroir-driven wines that epitomize the precision of modern Burgundy.