Vougeot Premier Cru “Les Petits Vougeots” 2021

Certified organic Vougeot Premier Cru "Les Petits Vougeots" 2021

Our Vougeot Premier Cru "Les Petits Vougeots" 2021 is an elegant and complex wine. Behind its intense ruby color, It shows a fruity nose reminiscent of wild strawberry and blackberry, with lightly toasty notes of vanilla. The palate is harmonious and elegant, with perfectly-integrated tannins. The delicate finish is highly persistent.

Alcohol 12.5% vol
Serving Temp. 16°C
Drinkability Now to 15 years

Surrounded by two prestigious Grands Crus, "Les Petits Vougeots" is a tiny and highly sought-after vineyard in the Côte de Nuits and an excellent representation of the outstanding quality of the Vougeot appellation. Its marl and limestone-rich soils lend delicacy and depth to the wine.

Appellation Vougeot
Type of CRU Premier Cru
Altitude 250 meters

Hand-harvested grapes. Weeks-long maceration, minimal pumping-over and punching-down. Pressing in pneumatic press. Placed in French oak barrels for aging on fine lees. Light filtration before bottling. Light filtration before bottling.

Harvest September 24, 2021
Aging 12 months in 33% new French oak barrels
Production 912 bottles

About The Vougeot Appellation

The Vougeot appellation, nestled in the Côte de Nuits in the heart of Burgundy, is renowned for its exceptional Pinot Noir wines. While Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru is the region’s most famous offering, the Petits Vougeots also showcase the area’s remarkable potential. With ideal terroir, featuring clay-limestone soils and perfect sun exposure, these vineyards produce wines that are both elegant and complex. Thanks to their excellent aging potential, Petits Vougeots only improve with time, offering wine lovers a refined taste of Burgundy’s true character—finessed, deep, and richly aromatic.

About The Vougeot Appellation

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