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One of Burgundy's 33 Grand Crus, the "Bonnes-Mares" climat is divided between the communes of Morey-Saint-Denis and particularly Chambolle-Musigny. This flagship wine of the Côte de Nuits, where the siliceous clay soil and limestone slabs overlying white marls lend the Pinot Noir grapes that grow on this exceptional terroir their unique characteristics: power and body without sacrificing finesse and elegance, as well as exceptional cellaring potential.
The family history at Domaine Bruno Clair is quite complex, as is often the case in wine estates in Burgundy. Beginning in 1919 and proceeding forward Bruno represents the sixth generation of winegrowers.
From 1986 the estate comprised 17 hectares spread over the villages of Marsannay, Gevrey-Chambertin, Morey-Saint-Denis, Vosne-Romanée and Savigny-Les-Beaune. From 1990 they added parcels in Chambolle-Musigny, Aloxe-Corton, Pernand-Vergelesses, Gevrey-Chambertin, and Bonnes-Mares: acquired gradually – it had previously been rented. To date, the estate comprises 27 hectares across 8 villages, and produces 32 different appellations.
Today the whole family is involved: Edouard, their eldest son, Margaux and Arthur. Each of the children now has a specific role.
Bruno Clair is now the only producer with vines on the Morey-St-Denis side of the Grand Cru, owning a total of 1.6ha. Picking started here as early as August 24th in 2018 and the result is apparent in the freshness and balance of wine. Made from a combination of red and white soils, it's a fine, floral, almost lacy expression of the terroir with added freshness and texture from 30% whole bunches and 40% new wood. (Drink between 2026-2036)
The 2018 Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru has closed down a touch on the nose, eventually revealing red fruit, violet petals and a light oyster shell note. Fine delineation and superb focus. The palate is detailed and precise, just a faint touch of dark chocolate in the background with the mineral-driven finish delivering the sapidity to tempt you back for another sip (in 4-5 years time...when it's ready.) (Drink between 2025-2050)
Producer | Bruno Clair |
Country | France |
Region | Burgundy |
Subregion | Morey Saint-Denis |
Varietal | Pinot Noir |
Vintage | 2018 |
Sku | 07597 |
Size | 750ml |