At a glance

Producer

Château de la Tour

Region

Clos-Vougeot Grand Cru, Burgundy, France

Grape variety

Pinot Noir (100%)

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Smooth

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

150-250 USD

Tasting profile

Aroma of red and black cherry, violet, earth, subtle spice, with tight mineral undertones.

Evolution: Will develop greater complexity with secondary notes of leather, forest floor, and truffle over time.

At peak: Rich layered fruit, refined tannins, expressive minerality, and harmonious finish.

Structure

Acidity

Medium-plus acidity providing freshness and aging backbone

Tannins

Firm, well-integrated with potential to soften over long aging

Alcohol

13.5%

Aging potential

20-25+ years expected given Grand Cru status and vintage quality

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2028 to 2043

Optimal window

2025 to 2046

Current status

Approaching early drinking phase but best enjoyed from peak window

Current condition

Young, tannins firm but approachable with aeration

Clos-Vougeot Grand Cru wines from Château de la Tour have substantial tannins and balanced acidity, typical of high-quality 2018 vintage Burgundy. This structure supports long-term aging with a peak starting around 10 years post-vintage when secondary and tertiary notes emerge and tannins soften.

Food pairing

Ideal with roasted duck, game birds, braised beef, mushroom risotto, and aged cheeses.

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (1-2 hours) — To soften firm tannins and open complex aromatics

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 9/10

Practices include biodynamic farming, minimal intervention, cover cropping, natural pest control, energy-saving measures at domaine, traditional bottle weight reduction, and recycled packaging materials.

Château de la Tour’s long-term commitment to organic and biodynamic viticulture greatly reduces chemical inputs and promotes ecosystem health in Clos-Vougeot. Their sustainability score is high due to certified farming and environmental stewardship, though international distribution adds carbon emissions.