The 2022 Domaine des Lambrays Morey-Saint-Denis Premier Cru Clos Sorbé is a refined Pinot Noir from Burgundy’s Côte de Nuits, marking the vineyard’s return to the domaine after more than four decades. The estate farms approximately 1.25 hectares here, directly opposite its buildings, with mature vines rooted in red clay over limestone. These soils give Clos Sorbé a distinctive identity, combining generous fruit with underlying structure. Fermentation in wooden vats incorporates a proportion of whole bunches and indigenous yeasts, followed by maturation in French oak barrels. The resulting wine balances aromatic expression, supple texture and the savoury depth associated with Morey-Saint-Denis.
The 2022 offers cherry, dark berries and rose petals, with black tea, herbs and earthy notes adding complexity. JamesSuckling.com awarded it 95 Points, highlighting its nuanced floral and spicy bouquet, refined palate and persistent finish. Neal Martin awarded it 92 Points for Vinous, praising the delineation of its dark fruit, its fresh, sensual entry and the seamless integration of the whole bunches. His bottled-wine assessment found it more expressive than it had been from barrel. This is a medium-bodied Premier Cru with an inviting texture, while its concentration and tannic framework provide substance beneath the perfume.
