Clos de la Roche Grand Cru 1990 - Domaine Armand Rousseau
AOC, Burgundy, Côte de Nuits, Great Growth, 1990 Vintage, Morey-Saint-Denis,
Tasting notes for the Clos de la Roche Grand Cru 1990 - Armand Rousseau
- EYE: The Clos de la Roche Grand Cru 1990 presents itself in an evolved ruby robe with brown reflections at the periphery, revealing its advanced age. The wine's transparency unveils well-managed maturity, and the liquid's clarity underscores expert winemaking.
- NOSE: This vintage exudes complex aromas resulting from over three decades of aging. Red fruits have given way to notes of dried plum and cherry compote. Wafts of precious wood and fragrant leather add an elegant dimension, creating an evocative olfactory bouquet.
- MOUTH: We are offered a very refined tasting experience. The melted and delicate tannins harmoniously structure the wine, allowing the flavors of preserved fruits and blackberry to fully express themselves. Balanced acidity ensures persistent freshness, and the finish, marked by notes of black truffle and tobacco, leaves a lasting impression on the palate.
In short: This 1990 vintage of Clos de la Roche Grand Cru from Domaine Armand Rousseau is at its peak after three decades, offering a captivating tasting experience. While its aging potential remains, this wine should be opened by 2025 to fully experience all its nuances. It embodies the exceptional tradition of the Domaine Armand Rousseau. Pair it with a Rossini-style beef fillet, truffle risotto, or aged cheese such as old Gouda.
Other appellations from this estate: Gevrey-Chambertin "Clos du Château", Gevrey-Chambertin Village, Gevrey Chambertin 1er Cru "Lavaux-Saint-Jacques", Gevrey Chambertin 1er Cru "Les Cazetiers", Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru, Mazy-Chambertin Grand Cru, Clos de la Roche Grand Cru, Ruchottes-Chambertin Grand Cru "Clos des Ruchottes", Gevrey Chambertin 1er Cru "Clos Saint-Jacques", Chambertin "Clos de Bèze" Grand Cru, Chambertin Grand Cru...
Data sheet
- Vintage
- 1990
- Format
- 75 cl
- Color
- Red Wine
- Grape Variety
- Pinot Noir
- % vol.
- 13 %
- Appellation
- Morey-Saint-Denis
- Region
- Burgundy, Côte de Nuits
- Producer
- Domaine Armand Rousseau
- Serving T°
- 15-16 °C
- Cuvée
- Clos de la Roche
- Classification
- Grand Cru
- CRD
- No

Family estate in Gevrey-Chambertin
In 1902, young Armand, 18 years-old at the time, inherited his first parcels of Gevrey-Chambertin, in the Côte de Nuits. Coming from a long line of wine makers and wine sellers from Burgundy, Armand Rousseau decided to follow the family traditions and developed his newly acquired grape vines. Things accelerated after his marriage in 1909, when he ended up with a bigger vineyard, as well as an entire estate which now bore his name.
Flash-forward to the 1930s. The Domaine Armand Rousseau was now selling its own wines, thanks to the input of Raymond Baudoin (the founder of the famous French magazine "Revue du Vin de France"). Armand was now producing as well as selling other appellations: Chambertin, Charmes-Chambertin, Clos de la Roche, or Clos Saint-Jacques. He even started exporting to the USA, which just came out of 13 years of Prohibition.
In 1959, Charles Rousseau (Armand's son) inherited the estate when his father died. He had previously worked with him for 15 years and was now at the helm of the 6 hectares vineyard. Charles decided to make it grow it by adding more parcels like Clos de Bèze and Clos des Ruchottes. He aimed for the outside world and decided to export his wines in Europe and the rest of the planet, especially Asia since the 1970s.
Charles enjoyed the assistance of his son Éric, who began helping his dad in 1982, after he finished his oenology studies at the University of Dijon. Thanks to him, the Domaine Armand Rousseau had discovered organic winemaking. No more pesticides, mechanical plowing, high interventionism... This respect for nature and family traditions, Éric is now teaching it to his daughter Cyrielle. The new generation of Rousseau.
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