Clos de la Roche is one of four Grands Crus in the commune of Morey Saint Denis. It is situated in the north part of the commune facing east, and is the largest of the Grands Crus in the commune, at 17 hectares. The Pinot Noir grapes are fermented in vats for up to 4 weeks, and then the wine is matured in oak barrels for 18 to 20 months.

Tasting Note

Intensely colored, full-bodied and firm, this wine has a ripe fragrance and a superior structure that lends it to aging. It will develop for 15 to 20 years in the bottle.

Food Pairing

Pairs well with meats in red wine sauce, game and medium cheeses.

Technical Data
APPELLATION: Côte de Nuits Grands Crus

Vineyard Details

Côte de Nuits Grands Crus
Of the 23 Grands Crus in the Côte de Nuits, Maison Louis Jadot produces wines from 14: Mazis-Chambertin Chambertin Clos de Bèze Chambertin Chapelle-Chambertin Charmes-Chambertin Latricières-Chambertin Griotte-Chambertin Clos de la Roche Clos-Saint-Denis Bonnes Mares Musigny Clos Vougeot Echézeaux Grands Echézeaux

About the Grape

Pinot Noir
In France, makes a silky, deceptively powerful wine of elegant, complex aromas and subtle, red fruit flavors, with earthy, floral, mushroom and mineral notes. In California, shows ripe, sweet characters.
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