Five years ago, we planted a seven-acre vineyard here at the Domaine de Cromey, known as 'Le Clos'.

And here, at last, it is:  Domaine de Cromey Bourgogne 'Le Clos' Rouge 2023

Le Clos was a vineyard that was part of the original estate, then known as Le Chateau de Cromey. It is wholly owned by the Domaine de Cromey, hence the addition of 'monopole' to the label.

It had not had vines on it for over 70 years, meaning that the soil was never touched by chemical fertilizers or pesticides, making it ideal for the production of an organic wine.

As such, it has become the jewel in the crown of the Cromey ethic. 

This 2023 vintage shows the potential of the Domaine de Cromey, and of  the Couchois region of Burgundy in general. Because the vineyard is higher up in the hills than the adjacent vines in Santenay and the Maranges, it is well-positioned for the warming future.

6 bottles of the RED Domaine de Cromey Bourgogne 'Le Clos' Rouge 2023
Deep ruby in color, with chewy tannins that suggest infusion rather than maceration, this is a good example of everything Pinot Noir has to offer in Burgundy in 2023: Good balance, velvety texture, ripe and rich. It’s young still, but it’s got ‘stuffing’, and the balance of acid, tannin and fruit that promises something special.