2010 Clos de Tart
By Mommessin
2010 Clos de Tart from Mommessin, Grand Cru, Burgundy, France
In the pantheon of Burgundian excellence, the 2010 Clos de Tart from Mommessin occupies a venerable position. A wine that singularly defines both the richness of its vintage and the pedigree of its terroir, this Grand Cru is a beacon for fine wine investors and connoisseurs alike.
Bespoke Elegance: The Mark of a Sterling Vintage
The 2010 vintage in Burgundy was met with widespread acclaim. After an unassuming start, the growing season culminated in superb late-summer weather that allowed for meticulous grape selection and harvest. It is in this complex interplay of climatic serendipity that 2010 Clos de Tart articulates its dexterity as a collector's centerpiece.
An Investment-grade Vintage with Character
Tasting the 2010 Clos de Tart, one is greeted by an orchestrated ballet of red and black fruits, exemplified by cherries and plums, enlaced with earthy undertones that speak to the heart of the Côte de Nuits. The wine's structure is a testament to the artful winemaking of Mommessin; robust yet refined tannins craft an architecture that promises remarkable longevity. A balanced acidity ensures that each sip retains vibrancy—a living murmur of its near-perfect harvest conditions.
What distinguishes this vintage above others is its poise amidst potency; a poised tension that will continue to evolve, making it an investment worthy of patience and contemplation for years to come. As it ages gracefully in the bottle, each passing year unfurls deeper complexities and textured nuances, signalling minute shifts towards perfection.
Summary: The Wise Collector's Choice
The 2010 Clos de Tart from Mommessin stands as a triumphant expression of Burgundian mastery, one that harmoniously combines immediate gratification with the prospect of future magnificence. It is an investment-grade wine whose narrative is woven through with threads of elegance and endurance, a vintage indicative not only of its exceptional provenance but also of the sagacious foresight needed to appreciate its maturation journey. As time ushers this vintage towards an even more illustrious apex, one beholds within its depths both the past splendours of Burgundy and the promise of those yet to unfold.
Market price (GBP)
£5,670.00
12x75cl
Highest score
98
POP score
315
Scores and tasting notes
Tasted at the pre-dinner vertical to mark Sylvain Pitiot's retirement from the domaine, the 2010 Clos de Tart Grand Cru would have been made by angels if not Sylvain Pitiot (angels that had graduated from University of Dijon with a degree in oenology). The nose is so ineffably pure that it is guaranteed to bring a tear to the eye. In a strange way it reminds me of a top Armand Rousseau with its awe-inspiring transparency. The palate is ethereal - divine balance, a gentle grip, a saline edge and poise on the finish that takes your breath away. Iron fist in a velvet glove, etc. This is surely legend in the making.
Neal Martin - The Wine Advocate, 29 October 2015