At a glance

Producer

Domaine Clos de Tart

Region

Clos de Tart Grand Cru Monopole, Burgundy, France

Grape variety

Pinot Noir (100%)

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Smooth

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

Very High (typically $500-$1000+ retail)

Tasting profile

Red cherry, raspberry, subtle earth and floral notes with hints of mineral and spice.

Evolution: Developing tertiary aromas of forest floor, truffle, licorice, and savory nuances over the next decade.

At peak: Complex bouquet with balance of fruit, earth, and elegant complexity, silky tannins and vivid freshness maintaining vibrancy.

Structure

Acidity

Elevated, providing excellent freshness and aging capability

Tannins

Firm but well integrated, fine-grained

Alcohol

Approximately 13-13.5%

Aging potential

30-40+ years from vintage, potentially longer with ideal conditions

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2028 to 2049

Optimal window

2025 to 2052

Current status

Approaching early maturity with excellent aging potential

Current condition

Still youthful with tightly woven tannins and fresh acidity; primary fruit and floral aromas increasingly complex

Clos de Tart’s Grand Cru Pinot Noir from 2017 exhibits a ripe yet cool vintage character suited to long-term cellaring; organic/biodynamic farming enhances grape quality and soil health, supporting delayed maturation and complexity development over 30+ years.

Food pairing

Ideal with roasted duck, game birds, mushroom risotto, aged soft cheeses, and dishes featuring herbal and earthy components.

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (1-2 hours) — To soften tannins and open aromas, especially recommended in earlier drinking window years.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 9/10

Employs biodynamic viticulture practices including natural composting, no synthetic pesticides, and soil regeneration; energy-efficient cellar management; minimal intervention winemaking; lightweight packaging.

Domaine Clos de Tart is a leader in sustainable, biodynamic farming in Burgundy, prioritizing soil health and biodiversity. Organic certification and biodynamic protocols since mid-2010s demonstrate long-term commitment. While shipping to international markets contributes to carbon footprint, the producer offsets this with sustainable viticultural methods and efficient winery operations.