The 2022 Lucien Le Moine Clos de la Roche Grand Cru is a powerful yet refined expression of one of Burgundy’s most prestigious vineyards, crafted from 100% Pinot Noir in the Côte de Nuits. Produced by the boutique négociant founded in 1999 by Mounir Saouma and Rotem Brakin, Lucien Le Moine is renowned for extremely small-lot wines sourced from elite vineyards across the Côte d’Or, with total production rarely exceeding about 30,000 bottles and sometimes only a single barrel per cuvée. Their philosophy centers on élevage: wines are aged on their lees, malolactic fermentation is delayed, and bottles are filled directly from barrel without fining or filtration to preserve site character.From the famed Clos de la Roche Grand Cru site, the 2022 shows a markedly spicy aromatic profile with ripe dark berry fruit, cassis, and hints of kirsch, followed by voluminous flavors and a firm, poised structure that suggests strong aging potential, with critics estimating a drinking window beginning around 2034. Historically, Clos de la Roche wines are known for their depth and personality—combining earthy, animal nuances typical of Morey-Saint-Denis with sweet fruit and structured tannins—making them among the most age-worthy expressions of Pinot Noir in Burgundy.

Please email ethan@graileys.com for shipping information.