Domaine Jean Grivot Vosne-Romanée

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Wine Description

Domaine Jean Grivot is among the great names in Burgundian wine. Étienne Grivot and his wife Marielle took over from Étienne’s father Jean Grivot in 1987. The vineyards are densely planted and farmed organically “sans certification” while the aim in the cellar is for balance and clear expression of terroir. 

Jean Grivot’s 38.3 acres spread across 22 appellations with vineyards in the communes of Vosne-Romanée, Vougeot, Chambolle-Musigny, and Nuits-Saint-Georges. Besides the three grand crus, there are 8 premier crus including the much lauded Les Beaux Monts and Suchots in Vosne-Romanée. The grapes are completely de-stemmed and fermentation is spontaneous.

Etienne Grivot
Clos Vougeot
Domaine Jean Grivot Corks
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Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru
Domaine Jean Grivot
Etienne Grivot
Clos Vougeot
Mathilde Grivot Winemaker (photo credit: PearlofBurgundy.com)
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Acclaim
“‘It’s dirty and I love it,’ one taster said, complimenting this wine on its Brett. Unquestionably funky, this also has structure and grace, a combination that makes it compelling. Fresh and woodsy, with scents of green tea, turmeric, and sandal leather, it’s simultaneously rich and juicy, finishing with a clean focus. The best kind of magic from Burgundy.” (Year's Best Red Burgundies)
— Wine & Spirits, Oct 2018
“Earthy, feral aromas give way to ripe dark berry elements, with flavors of black cherry, black currant and violet. Supple and harmonious, this remains fresh and long on the detailed aftertaste.”
— Wine Spectator, Mar 2018
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Vineyard & Production Info
Vineyard name
Vosne Romanée
Vineyard size
7 acres
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Winemaking & Aging
Total SO2
55
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Analytical Data
pH level:
3.4
Acidity:
3.4 g/L
Alcohol:
13 %
Total SO2
55
Residual sugar:
2 g/L
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Wine Production

The grapes are destemmed and maceration à froid usually lasts just a day or two. The alcoholic fermentation is spontaneous and malolactic fermentation occurs in barrel. Depending on the vintage, the proportion of new oak is around 25% for the village appellations. 

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About the Vineyard

Vosne-Romanée is from village-level parcels lying between the Vosne and the D974. Domaine Jean Grivot is one of the finest producers here and this wine is intended to be a classic expression of the village with red and black fruit perfumed with spice and violet nuances.