Domaine Dujac   Clos St Denis

2014 Clos St Denis

By Domaine Dujac

2014 Clos St Denis from Domaine Dujac, Burgundy, France

The 2014 vintage in Burgundy was a season of contrasts, marked by climatic challenges that tested the mettle and the expert hands at Domaine Dujac. Their rendition of the 2014 Clos St Denis stands as a testament to their deft craftsmanship and intimate understanding of the terroir.

 

Eloquence of Expression: The 2014 Clos St Denis Silhouette

The 2014 Clos St Denis from Domaine Dujac eloquently narrates the story of its vintage through a lens of refinement and resilience. A close study of the season's vicissitudes - from a cool and wet August that threatened to unsettle, to the providential late September sunshine that came as a saviour - exposes how each twist and turn contrived to sculpt this wine's character.

This particular expression entices with an aromatic portfolio that speaks of restraint yet definite complexity; its notes of dark cherries and wild strawberries interlaced with an undercurrent of earthy minerality peculiarly characteristic of the year's benevolent endowment.

 

Harmonising Fruit with Structure: A Vintner's Balancing Act

The palate reveals a harmonious ensemble where fruit and structure synchronise seamlessly. Tasting the 2014 Clos St Denis is akin to observing a meticulously rehearsed orchestra, where velvety tannins dovetail with a vibrant acidity to extend a multidimensional tasting experience.

Domaine Dujac's adeptness in navigating the caprices of nature has allowed this vintage to inhabit an interesting space within your cellar or investment portfolio. The commendable ageing potential here dangles an invitation for temporal exploration. Patience will reward those who seek the future grandeur that only time can unveil in such a sophisticated wine.

 

A Discerning Choice for Connoisseurs and Investors Alike

In conclusion, the 2014 Clos St Denis from Domaine Dujac represents more than a mere victory over challenging climatic conditions; it embodies the nuanced beauty and depth that only such vintages can render. It promises intrigue for the connoisseur and astuteness for the investor, making it a paragon choice for those poised to appreciate its unfolding narrative in the years to come.

Current market price

£7,980.00

12x75cl

Highest score

91

POP score

725.45

Scores and tasting notes

90-92

The 2014 Clos Saint-Denis Grand Cru has a very refined bouquet with black cherries, boysenberry, a touch of graphite and a touch of sous-bois. The palate is medium-bodied with a crisp acidity, chalky tannin, very tight at the moment, much more saline than the Echézeaux with a brisk finish that just needs to flesh out. This was the one Grand Cru that did not quite meet my expectations, a surprise as it's one of my favourites from Dujac. Perhaps it was just toying with me and will rise phoenix-like in bottle?

Neal Martin - The Wine Advocate, 30 December 2015

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