Maison Y. Clerget - Bourgogne Rouge 'Cote d Or' Red 2023

Grape

100% Pinot Noir

Tasting notes

The 2023 Bourgogne Pinot Noir from Maison Y. Clerget offers an immediately attractive, fruit-driven style. The nose opens with fresh red cherry, raspberry, and wild strawberry, accented by subtle floral tones and a gentle hint of spice.

On the palate, the wine is supple and finely textured, with juicy red-fruit flavours supported by lively acidity and silky, well-integrated tannins. A touch of earth and mineral nuance brings lift and definition, leading to a clean, elegant finish with impressive freshness.

Balanced, approachable, and classically Burgundian in spirit, this is a charming expression of Pinot Noir that drinks beautifully young yet retains enough structure for short-term cellaring.

More About The Winery

The Clerget family has deep roots in Volnay, with a lineage tracing back to the 13th century. After a period of dormancy, the estate was revived in 2015 when Thibaud Clerget, the 28th generation, took over from his father, Yvon. With energy, vision, and international experience in New Zealand, Oregon, and Burgundy, Thibaud has quickly re-established Domaine Yvon Clerget as one of the most exciting names in the Côte de Beaune.

Today, the domaine cultivates 6 hectares across prestigious vineyards in Volnay, Pommard, Meursault, and Clos de Vougeot. Its crown jewel is the Volnay 1er Cru “Clos du Verseuil”, a 0.68-hectare monopole nestled beside Les Taillepieds, acquired by the family in 1936. Other highlights include Volnay Caillerets, Pommard Rugiens, and Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru.

Since his arrival, Thibaud has converted the vineyards to biodynamic farming, reduced the use of new oak, and introduced whole-cluster fermentations, crafting wines of purity, finesse, and terroir expression. His style emphasizes delicacy, elegance, and approachability, while retaining the complexity and structure for ageing.