Hubert Lignier • Morey-St-Denis, France
Hubert Lignier’s Clos de la Roche Grand Cru is a profound, old-vine Pinot Noir from just under one hectare of prime Clos…Hubert Lignier’s Clos de la Roche Grand Cru is a profound, old-vine Pinot Noir from just under one hectare of prime Clos de la Roche terroir in Morey-Saint-Denis, rooted in thin, pebble-strewn topsoil over solid limestone. Typically dark, i…Learn More »
$700
/750ml
2021 Retail Average
94
/100
2021 Pro Rating
Intensity and precision define Hubert Lignier’s 2021 Clos de la Roche Grand Cru, where vivid red and black fruits are edged with floral notes, gentle spice and a cool hint of menthol. The palate is medium-bodied yet deep, with fine-grained tannins, driving freshness and a stony, almost sea-breeze lift that carries through a long, focused finish. This vintage stands out for its energy and clarity more than sheer power, promising superb complexity with time in bottle.
Roast duck with cherry jus; Herb-crusted rack of lamb; Wild mushroom risotto
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Hubert Lignier’s Clos de la Roche Grand Cru is a profound, old-vine Pinot Noir from just under one hectare of prime Clos de la Roche terroir in Morey-Saint-Denis, rooted in thin, pebble-strewn topsoil over solid limestone. Typically dark, intense and long-lived, it marries mineral-driven power and rugged spice with a fine, silky tannin profile that captures the sauvage, smoky side of this great grand cru while remaining impeccably pure and precise.