Domaine Dujac   Clos St Denis

2013 Clos St Denis

By Domaine Dujac

2013 Clos St Denis from Domaine Dujac, Burgundy, France

The 2013 vintage in Burgundy was a year that placed the mettle of its vintners to the test, ending in a harvest that would delight the palates of collectors and enthusiasts with its distinctive expression. At the vanguard, the 2013 Clos St Denis from Domaine Dujac transcends ordinary expectations, rendering an articulation of terroir that is nothing short of illustrious.

 

Eloquent Expression of a Daunting Year

Against a backdrop of adversities, with a capricious climate leading to a late vintage, Domaine Dujac's deft handling of their parcels shone through. Their Clos St Denis is an embodiment of resilience; a wine that narrates the story of its birth year through every sip. It models an enticing tapestry of concentration and vitality, indicative of the meticulous cultivation and selective yield strategies necessitated by such a challenging year.

 

Investing in Resilience and Rarity

For investors seeking distinction coupled with rarity, the 2013 Clos St Denis from Domaine Dujac presents itself as an alluring candidate. A perfectly poised blend of deep berry fruit with an edging of spice and earth reveals the signature of a vineyard that responds harmoniously to stress - a siren's call for fine wine investment portfolios.

The wine's current evolution offers a palate rich with ripe cherries and robust tannins, enveloped in sumptuous savoury complexity underpinned by a subtle yet insistent mineralogy. It is a testament to the dedication embodied within this esteemed winery's craftsmanship. The aftermath is a wine promising further expansion in depth and character, anticipating strategic acquisition.

In summary, the 2013 Clos St Denis from Domaine Dujac channels the singular essence of its challenging vintage into an expressive, collectable pièce de résistance. For those curating an investment in liquid history, it not only promises refinement and elegance but also stands as a beacon of Burgundian resilience. Its narrative encapsulates adversity skillfully transformed into triumph, making it one of the outstanding testimonials to the skillful alchemy of viticulture.

Current market price

$16,480.00

12x75cl

Highest score

94

POP score

705

Scores and tasting notes

93-95

The 2013 Clos Saint Denis Grand Cru has a slight reduction on the nose, but underneath that there is a floral note and what appears to be fine minerality. The palate is medium-bodied and takes time to coalesce in the glass, but it eventually finds good structure and an intriguing coconut note on the finish. Quite dense in the mouth, there is an appealing salinity within this Grand Cru, but I would give it 4 or 5 years before broaching a bottle.

Neal Martin - The Wine Advocate, 29 December 2014

Vintage performance