Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Cru Le Clos Sorbé 2021- Domaine Buisson-Charles
Burgundy, Cote de Nuits, Morey-St-Denis 1er cru Le Clos Sorbé, 2021 Vintage, Buisson-Charles
Tasting notes for the Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Cru "Le Clos Sorbé" 2021 - Buisson-Charles
- EYE: The deep and radiant robe of this Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Cru "Le Clos Sorbé" 2021 from Buisson-Charles captivates the eye with its intense ruby color, signaling the concentration of the vintage. Its clarity and brilliance add a pleasant visual dimension to the overall presentation.
- NOSE: Olfactorily, this wine unveils a complex bouquet where aromas of black cherry, blackcurrant, and licorice come together. Subtle woody accents, the result of controlled aging, harmonize seamlessly with more delicate nuances of undergrowth. A slight aeration intensifies these components in a captivating manner.
- MOUTH: The Clos Sorbé offers a powerful tannic structure wrapped in a velvety texture. Red and black fruits persist, accompanied by spicy notes and subtle minerality. The balanced and persistent finish confirms the promising aging potential of this wine.
In short: The Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Cru "Le Clos Sorbé" 2021 from Buisson-Charles captivated us from the first glance with its deep ruby robe. Its complex nose, combining black fruits, subtle woodiness, and undergrowth notes, heralds a rich sensory experience. On the palate, the tannic power harmonizes with a velvety texture, foreshadowing a persistent finish. To be enjoyed with patience, within 8 to 12 years. Gastronomic pairings for this Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Cru call for a certain sophistication. Opt for a grilled herb-infused beef cut, roasted pigeon with wild berries, or a sautéed mix of wild mushrooms. Aged cheeses, such as old Comté, will bring complementary harmony. A spinach and walnut tart will also elegantly complement this wine.
Other appellations from this estate: Bourgogne Blanc Côte d'Or Hautes Coutures, Bourgogne Aligoté Hors Classe, Bourgogne Aligoté Sous le Chemin, Meursault Vieilles Vignes, Meursault Tessons, Meursault La Vigne de 1945, Meursault Premier Cru Goutte d'Or, Meursault Premier Cru Bouches-Chères, Meursault Premier Cru Les Charmes, Meursault Premier Cru Les Cras, Meursault Premier Cru Blagny La pièce sous le bois, Puligny-Montrachet Premier Cru Le Cailleret, Puligny-Montrachet Les Combettes, Puligny-Montrachet Les Champs Gains, Chassagne-Montrachet Premiers Crus, Chablis Grand Cru Vaudésir, Chablis Premier Cru Lys, Pouilly-Fuissé Terroir de Vergisson, Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru, Corton Blanc Grand Cru, Bourgogne Rouge Côte d'Or Hautes Coutures, Volnay Premier Cru En Santenots, Volnay Premier Cru En Champans, Volnay Premier Cru Fremiets, Corton Clos du Roi, Corton Bressandes, Corton Perrieres, Pommard En Mareau, Chapelle-Chambertin Grand Cru, Chambertin...
Data sheet
- Vintage
- 2021
- Format
- 75 cl
- Color
- Red Wine
- Grape Variety
- Pinot Noir
- % vol.
- 13 %
- Appellation
- Morey-Saint-Denis
- Region
- Burgundy, Côte de Nuits
- Producer
- Domaine Buisson-Charles
- Classification
- 1er Cru
- Climat
- Le Clos Sorbé
- CRD
- Yes
- Production method
- Biodynamic

A big little estate in Meursault
The Domaine Buisson-Charles, created in Burgundy by Michel Buisson and his wife during the 1960s, is nowadays managed by another couple: the winemaker Catherine Buisson, Michel's daughter, and her husband Patrick Essa (an engineer and trained oenologist). A family tradition which is not stopping anytime soon, since their son, Louis Essa, took the helm in 2020.
It's near the village of Meursault (on the Côte de Beaune) that you'll find the estate's vineyard. 6,3 hectares in total, just enough to make sure the terroir stays human-scaled. The Domaine Buisson-Charles produces 26 different cuvées, like the Volnay or the Chassagne-Montrachet for example. Yields are intentionally low, especially since the grapevines are quite old (90 years, for some of them).
What the estate really wants is for its wines (reds and whites alike) to stand the test of time. That's why the Buisson-Charles family has decided to not only use a horse for plowing, but also to reject any sort of chemical herbicide (they are currently going through the process of the French "Bio" certification). An honest and respectful approach to nature and the terroir.
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