Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Cru Les Chaffots 2020 Domaine Hubert Lignier

Producer

Secret Cellar

Region

Burgundy

Grape varieties

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Morey-Saint-Denis Premier Cru, Les Chaffots, adjacent to Clos de la Roche. The 2020 vintage crafted by Hubert Lignier was born from small, concentrated grapes due to record dryness and an early harvest. The fruit, sourced from organically farmed, old-vine plots, delivers concentration and ripeness despite its limited production. In contrast to the 2018 from the same plot, this vintage exhibits a tighter style that opens up earlier.

Tasting Notes

The appearance is a very deep garnet to purplish hue, suggesting high density. Aromas of black fruit compote and cassis liqueur rise, concentrated with nuances of licorice and dried flowers. On the palate, the fruit concentration is high and dense, yet the acidity firmly structures the wine, and the tannins are surprisingly fine-grained and integrated early on. This vintage possesses the early-maturing charm characteristic of 2020, allowing one to enjoy its concentrated fruit and mellow character even when young. The finish is long, with lingering flavors of dark fruit and spice. While it has good potential, it's an early-opening style, so the optimal drinking window is estimated to be from 2026 to 2032.

Food Pairings

• Braised beef cheeks in red wine
• Roasted duck breast with berry sauce
• Assorted aged cheeses

Viticulture and Winemaking

• Practicing organic farming since 2006, certified AB in 2019
• No herbicides or insecticides used; soil managed by ploughing
• Owns old vines from massal selections, including those planted in 1936
• Careful sorting after hand harvesting
• Some whole-bunch fermentation is employed
• Extraction using both pump-overs and punch-downs
• Aged in barrels for approximately 20 months, with 20-30% new oak
• Bottled by gravity without fining or filtration

Grape Variety

Pinot Noir 100%

Alcohol Content

Ratings

Product Information

• Volume: 750ml
• Type: Red, Full-bodied
• Region: France / Burgundy / Côte de Nuits / Morey-Saint-Denis Premier Cru (Les Chaffots)
• Product Code: C20R4192

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