Domaine Denis Mortet Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru 2022
4.7
HK$5,500
750ml
Bottle
Vintage Character Domaine Denis Mortet Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru 2022 draws on the historic walled vineyard of Clos de Vougeot to deliver a Pinot Noir of both muscle and refinement, here highlighting the depth and structure typical of the lower, deeper‑soiled sectors of the clos. The 2022 vintage in Burgundy is generally regarded as very good, shaped by a warm, largely dry growing season that produced healthy, ripe fruit with generous texture yet enough freshness to keep the wines vibrant and pure.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing In the glass this wine is dense yet precise, opening with layers of red and black cherry, wild strawberry, raspberry, violet, rose petal and crushed redcurrant, framed by fine-grained oak spice, clove, vanilla, cocoa and a touch of forest spice. The palate is medium-full with concentrated fruit, firm but polished tannins and vibrant, medium-high acidity, channelling its Grand Cru power into a long, structured finish with hints of underbrush, dried flowers, subtle game, leather, truffle and stony minerality. It is a natural partner for refined dishes such as roast rack of lamb with herbs, pigeon or duck breast with a red wine reduction, or simply a classic coq au vin.
Winery Background From a small family domaine rooted in the 1950s, Domaine Denis Mortet in Gevrey-Chambertin has become one of Burgundy’s most respected addresses, known for intensely expressive yet terroir-driven wines. The late Denis Mortet built the estate’s reputation through meticulous vineyard work and low yields, focusing on concentration allied to precision, and today his son Arnaud continues this legacy with highly detailed, sustainable viticulture, severe grape selection and a finely tuned approach to oak that supports but does not dominate the fruit. His philosophy is to capture both the power and finesse of each site, and in Clos de Vougeot he emphasizes clarity of fruit, depth and refined structure rather than sheer weight, with production from their small holding kept deliberately low so that each bottle reflects careful craftsmanship and the character of one of Burgundy’s most storied Grand Crus.