Clos de Tart 2012

Clos de Tart 2012 is a full-bodied Burgundy red wine from the Grand Cru climat of Clos de Tart in the Morey-Saint-Denis commune of the Côte de Beaune. With a rich heritage dating back to the 12th century, Clos de Tart is an iconic domaine based on a single grand cru monopole vineyard situated in Morey-Saint-Denis. In 2017, the French holding company Groupe Artemis announced that it acquired the 7.53-hectare estate that was previously owned by the Mommessin family. This is the flagship cuvée from domaine, expressing the very essence of the old vines on the estate, most of which are 60 years old on average. "The 2012 Clos de Tart Grand Cru is definitely one of the finer contributions from winemaker Sylvain Pitiot during his reign. One parcel was picked on September 19, but the main picking was September 28 until October 1. The yield was a measly 14.3hl/ha, alcohol at 14.2°. It was also the first vintage entirely ploughed by horse. It has a much fresher and more vital bouquet than the preceding vintage and appears to capture the essence of Pinot Noir with great aplomb. Raspberries, a punnet of freshly picked strawberries and a touch of pressed rose petals all join the wonderful, aromatic chorus line. The palate is very nicely structured, featuring crushed strawberry, raspberry preserve and light sour cherry notes. The tannins are finer here than in recent vintages – perhaps more in the style that Jacques Desvauges has created in recent years. Superb." Vinous, 2019