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Domaine Michel Magnien Clos de la Roche Grand Cru 2020
Vintage Character
The 2020 Clos de la Roche Grand Cru from Michel Magnien stands as a compelling showcase of Morey-Saint-Denis’ most esteemed terroir, embodying the depth and finesse for which the Côte de Nuits is celebrated. The 2020 vintage in Burgundy was widely praised as outstanding, thanks to a warm, dry growing season that yielded concentrated, ripe fruit while maintaining vibrant acidity and refined tannins.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing
Awarded 94 points by Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate, this Grand Cru reveals an intricate bouquet of wild blackberry, dark cherry, and rose petal, complemented by nuances of forest floor, spice, and a distinct mineral edge. On the palate, the wine achieves a harmonious interplay of richness and tension, with silky tannins, lively acidity, and a persistent, mineral-driven finish. Its layered complexity and structure make it a superb match for dishes such as duck breast with cherry reduction, roasted rack of lamb, or a classic French Comté cheese, each highlighting the wine’s Grand Cru pedigree and nuanced character.
Winery Background
Domaine Michel Magnien is a family-run estate rooted in four generations of winegrowing tradition in Morey-Saint-Denis. The domaine is recognized for its commitment to biodynamic viticulture, cultivating its parcels in Clos de la Roche with careful respect for the environment and terroir. Chemical inputs are avoided in favor of natural vineyard management, aiming to express the purity and authenticity of each site. Michel Magnien and his son Frédéric combine classic Burgundian techniques, such as whole cluster fermentation and gentle extraction, with a philosophy of minimal intervention in both vineyard and cellar. This approach seeks to reveal the singular personality of each Grand Cru parcel and vintage, resulting in wines that are both transparent and deeply evocative of their origins.
The 2020 Clos de la Roche Grand Cru from Michel Magnien stands as a compelling showcase of Morey-Saint-Denis’ most esteemed terroir, embodying the depth and finesse for which the Côte de Nuits is celebrated. The 2020 vintage in Burgundy was widely praised as outstanding, thanks to a warm, dry growing season that yielded concentrated, ripe fruit while maintaining vibrant acidity and refined tannins.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing
Awarded 94 points by Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate, this Grand Cru reveals an intricate bouquet of wild blackberry, dark cherry, and rose petal, complemented by nuances of forest floor, spice, and a distinct mineral edge. On the palate, the wine achieves a harmonious interplay of richness and tension, with silky tannins, lively acidity, and a persistent, mineral-driven finish. Its layered complexity and structure make it a superb match for dishes such as duck breast with cherry reduction, roasted rack of lamb, or a classic French Comté cheese, each highlighting the wine’s Grand Cru pedigree and nuanced character.
Winery Background
Domaine Michel Magnien is a family-run estate rooted in four generations of winegrowing tradition in Morey-Saint-Denis. The domaine is recognized for its commitment to biodynamic viticulture, cultivating its parcels in Clos de la Roche with careful respect for the environment and terroir. Chemical inputs are avoided in favor of natural vineyard management, aiming to express the purity and authenticity of each site. Michel Magnien and his son Frédéric combine classic Burgundian techniques, such as whole cluster fermentation and gentle extraction, with a philosophy of minimal intervention in both vineyard and cellar. This approach seeks to reveal the singular personality of each Grand Cru parcel and vintage, resulting in wines that are both transparent and deeply evocative of their origins.
Product details
Wine TypeRed
WineryDomaine Michel Magnien
Grape VarietiesPinot Noir
WinemakerFrédéric Magnien
CountryFrance
Expert RatingAM 92-95
RegionBurgundy
Production VolumeRare (7,000–8,000 bottles)
Sub-regionClos de la Roche
SweetnessDry
Classification (Ranking)Grand Cru
Alcohol Level13.5
Format750ml
Prices
Altaya Wines
Standard delivery 2-5 working days
Vinobuzz Delivery
HK$2,590
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