Clos de Vougeot
Clos de Vougeot is one of the best known vineyards in Burgundy's Cote de Nuits. Monks from the Abbey of Citeaux founded this Grand Cru in the twelfth century. Clos de Vougeot is well-known for its historic chateau and fully walled vineyard. The vineyard, which became a Grand Cru in 1937 is solely planted with Pinot Noir.
The best wines from Clos de Vougeot
Clos de Vougeot is one of the most known vineyards in Burgundy's Cote de Nuits. Monks from the Abbey of Citeaux founded this Grand Cru in the twelfth century. Clos de Vougeot is well-known for its historic chateau and fully walled vineyard. The vineyard, which became a Grand Cru in 1937 is solely planted with Pinot Noir.
Clos de Vougeot is extremely fragmented today, with over 80 farmers owning 100 parcels. Chateau de la Tour which oversees roughly 5 hectares (12 acres), is the largest owner. Other well-known producers are Domaine Méo-Camuzet, Louis Jadot and Gros Frère et Soeur. The fragmentation has a considerable impact on the quality and type of wines. Each producer works with grapes from a specific section of the vineyard, resulting in noticeable differences in character and quality.