Domaine Bruno Clair - Gevrey Chambertin 1er Cru 'Clos du Fonteny' Red 2022

Grape

100% Pinot noir

Tasting notes

The 2022 Domaine Bruno Clair Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru "Clos du Fonteny" offers a nose of red and black fruits with hints of dried violets and earthy notes. The palate is currently quite closed but displays excellent balance and energy, suggesting good aging potential with a rather grippy finish. 

Expert Ratings

Vinous (Neal Martin): 92-94 points

Burghound (Allen Meadows): 91-94 points

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: 91-93 points

More About The Winery

Domaine Bruno Clair is one of Burgundy’s most respected domaines, with over 23 hectares of vineyards spread across the Côte de Nuits and Côte de Beaune. The estate produces exceptional Pinot Noir, alongside select parcels of Chardonnay and Aligoté, from regional Bourgogne to prestigious Premier and Grand Cru sites. Its most celebrated holdings include Bonnes-Mares, Corton-Charlemagne, and Chambertin-Clos-de-Bèze.

The domaine’s history traces back to Joseph Clair, founder of the famed Domaine Clair-Daü in 1919. After its dissolution in 1985, Bruno Clair reassembled key parcels from his family’s vineyards in 1986, gradually expanding to include iconic terroirs such as Clos St-Jacques, Vosne-Romanée, and Gevrey-Chambertin Petite Chapelle.

Committed to authenticity, Bruno Clair practices sustainable viticulture, using only natural compost and avoiding chemical fertilizers. Vineyard selection focuses on old vines with natural disease resistance, ensuring both quality and longevity.

Today, Domaine Bruno Clair is renowned for wines that embody precision, elegance, and terroir expression, making it a benchmark estate for Burgundy enthusiasts worldwide