Méo-Camuzet : Clos de Vougeot Grand cru "Cuvée Étienne Camuzet" Domaine 2022

Characteristics and Tasting Notes of the Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru "Cuvée Étienne Camuzet" 2022 from Domaine Méo-Camuzet

Tasting

Nose
The nose charms with its intensity, harmoniously combining fruity and spicy notes.

Palate
Precision, elegance and length are the main characteristics of a noble and expressive palate.

Food and Wine Pairing

Poultry, feathered game, fine red meats, and aged cheeses are delicate pairings with this cuvée.

Serving and Cellaring

For optimal tasting, serve between 16° and 18°C. This grand cru is notable for being approachable in its youth while offering a surprising aging potential, to be enjoyed until around 2040.

Méo-Camuzet Delivers a Tribute Cuvée Brimming with Refinement and Balance

The Estate

Established in the early 20th century by Étienne Camuzet in Vosne-Romanée in the Côte de Nuits, the Méo-Camuzet estate spans 18.1 hectares. Since 1989, Jean-Nicolas Méo has been at the helm, drawing on his training under Henri Jayer. This Burgundian house upholds a proud Jayerian heritage, producing wines that combine finesse and depth.

The Vineyard

The Clos de Vougeot enjoys a privileged position at the summit of the appellation, at the foot of the château. This unique and continuous nearly 3-hectare parcel has balanced yet shallow soils, with only 40 centimeters of topsoil over a subsoil of stones and altered rock. The vines—with one-third planted in 1920, one-third in the 1960s, and the remainder between 1970 and 1980—develop deep roots essential to expressing this exceptional terroir.

The Wine

This "Cuvée Étienne Camuzet" is a tribute by Jean-Nicolas Méo to his ancestor, Étienne Camuzet, who was a deputy of the Côte d’Or and also owner of the Château du Clos de Vougeot. This great Burgundian red wine is crafted from a rigorous barrel selection..

The Vintage

The 2022 vintage in Bourgogne is marked by unique climatic conditions that promoted early ripening of the grapes, yielding pure aromatic expression and beautiful natural concentration.

Winemaking and Aging

The winemaking of the Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru 2022 favors a more intense extraction than average, notably through punch-downs, to enhance length. The aging especially benefits from Tronçais new oak, allowing the wine to quickly find its balance. A slightly extended aging reveals the full depth of this exceptional cuvée.

Grape Variety

100% Pinot Noir.