2011 Musigny Cuvee Vieilles Vignes Grand Cru
By Domaine Comte de Vogue
2011 Musigny Cuvee Vieilles Vignes Grand Cru from Domaine Comte de Vogue, Burgundy
Distinguished as one of the most illustrious offerings from Burgundy, the 2011 Musigny Cuvee Vieilles Vignes Grand Cru from Domaine Comte de Vogue represents a symphony of precision and depth that is emblematic of its esteemed terroir. This specific vintage encapsulates the character of its season—a narrative of finesse over opulence, showcasing a wine collector's dreamscape within its liquid borders.
Nuanced Elegance: A Reflection of Terroir
The 2011 vintage in Burgundy was one marked by contrasts: a relatively warm spring, an unpredictable summer with bouts of rain, and an early harvest. This confluence of factors culminated in a crop that imbued the Musigny Cuvee with an intricacy often reserved for vintages that flirt with adversity. The result—wines with tension, aromatic complexity, and an energetic palate presence that promises longevity.
Upon decanting, the 2011 Musigny unravels with a kaleidoscope of black cherries, earthy undertones, and ethereal peppery spice, balanced by an undercurrent of minerality indicative of its grand cru provenance. Its precise acidity and elegant tannic structure articulate the meticulous viniculture inherent to Domaine Comte de Vogue's philosophy.
The Interplay of Investment Appeal and Gastronomic Delight
For aficionados and investors alike, this cuvee offers both a fascinating journey into the heart of Burgundy's winemaking prowess and a potential crescendo in value appreciation. Cultivating investment narratives and palates simultaneously, Domaine Comte de Vogue's production remains an exalted fixture among fine wine portfolios, with the 2011 Musigny being no exception.
As it stands, the wine articulates eloquence much like a carefully curated gallery displays art; each sip provides insight into the narrative of its year. Savour now, or cellared judiciously, it continues to unfurl layers of sensorial delight with each passing annum—an undeniable testament to its grand cru lineage.
For enthusiasts orienting their compass towards venerated Burgundian soils and those poised to enrich their collection with a wine that epitomises both charm and investment clairvoyance, the 2011 Musigny Cuvee Vieilles Vignes Grand Cru from Domaine Comte de Vogue is a compelling chapter in the ongoing storybook of illustrious vintages.
Market price (CAD)
$8,390.00
12x75cl
Highest score
92
POP score
420
Scores and tasting notes
Tasted blind at the Burgundy 2011 horizontal tasting in Beaune. Comte de Vogüé’s Musigny Vieilles Vignes 2011 has a gorgeous bouquet that displays exquisite delineation and refinement: pure dark cherry, crème de cassis, wet stone and violet scents that are damn irresistible. The palate is medium-bodied with supple and ripe tannins. This is suave and sophisticated, yet very youthful wine has a lot of energy that suggests cellaring for another 5-6 years will be essential.
Neal Martin - The Wine Advocate, 29 November 2014