“With a scant 117 cases produced” per Jeb Dunnuck, all we could get was a couple of cases, sorry!

Not more, not less. This is as high as Clos de la Roche goes, according to him. Sandwiched between two other Grand Crus, the pearl of Gevrey, Charmes-Chambertin to the north and the namesake of Morey’s Clos St.-Denis to the south, this is one of the most prized vineyards in all of Burgundy. Made famous in modern times by the likes of Dujac and Ponsot, Pousse d’Or’s opulent style perfectly fits this site.

The beauty here is the early drinkability it offers, a trait rarely seen with wines of this status. You may be paying a lot for a bottle (or why not two!) of this, but thanks to our HALF OFF deal, the actual price you’ll be paying for the sheer hedonism when you pop one is insignificant. Trust us, this is a true investment in your future with wine, as it will be an experience that will transform you.

To put this rare opportunity into historical perspective, Decanter explains that “With a rich history spanning several centuries, Domaine de la Pousse d’Or is in the league of elite Burgundy estates with exceptional vineyard holdings across the region. The Domaine can trace its existence back to the 1100s and the Dukes of Burgundy who held all the land titles at the time.” The Grand Cru of Clos du Roi too was originally owned by the Dukes of Burgundy. When the last duke, Charles the Bold, died in 1477, the French King Louis XI seized the plot, coining its historic royal name. These days, according to foremost Burgundy expert Winehog, “with technical ingenuity and vinification perfection, Pousse d’Or produces some hedonistic marvels with energy and the blessings of true vins d’emotion.”

Now that gets us all emotional!

For the vintage here, Jeb assures, “On the style of the 2023s, these are more classic expressions of Burgundy with round, supple profiles… I followed all of these wines over multiple days, and they held up beautifully, which speaks well for their balance and aging potential.”

Not even a few cases… sadly; that’s just how great Burgundy rolls.

97 Points – Jeb Dunnuck “With a scant 117 cases produced, the 2023 Clos de la Roche Grand Cru is sourced from estate vines across three historic lieux-dits within this large, east-facing grand cru: Clos de la Roche proper, Les Mochamps, and Monts Luisants. Rocking aromatics of spicy red fruits, crushed stone, graphite, smoke, and some gamey nuances all define this sensational effort. It’s medium to full-bodied, has a deep, layered mouthfeel, ripe tannins, and a gorgeous finish. Aged 12 months in French oak barrels at 20% new with the balance in one- and two-year barrels, then six months in stainless steel, it’s balanced, deep, focused, and serious, with the class to evolve for 20-30 years. Drink 2026-2056.”