The 2018 Domaine Clos de Tart Grand Cru Clos de Tart Museum Release is an exceptional Pinot Noir from the historic Clos de Tart monopole in Morey-Saint-Denis. The 2018 vintage was the first organically certified harvest at the clos and produced a powerful, concentrated expression with remarkable depth and elegance. The wine shows dense raspberry, wild berries, plum and dark cherry alongside rose petal, violet, warm spice and subtle mineral notes. Its mature-vine character gives the fruit impressive concentration, while the warm vintage contributes richness without sacrificing freshness.
On the palate, it is full-bodied yet remarkably refined, with vibrant acidity, substantial fine-grained tannins and layers of red and dark fruit. Raspberry, blueberry and dark cherry are complemented by plum, white pepper, tea leaf, rose petal and savoury mineral notes, while the wine’s whole-bunch component adds aromatic lift and gentle stem spice. Approximately 65% whole bunch was used in the final blend, followed by 19 months of maturation, including 80% new lightly toasted Tronçais oak. The oak is still present but sits within the considerable fruit concentration, while the acidity gives the wine tension and length. The finish is exceptionally long, dry and persistent, with savoury, mineral and spicy notes unfolding well after the final sip.
Ben’s Recommendation:
At Wine More Cellars, this Museum Release is an exceptional choice for serious Burgundy collectors seeking a powerful Grand Cru with both immediate complexity and substantial ageing potential. The 2018 is still youthful, and further bottle development should bring greater truffle, forest-floor, savoury and spice complexity as the tannins integrate. Best enjoyed from around 2030–2045+, with careful decanting when young. Pair with roast squab, venison with juniper, slow-braised beef cheek, duck with wild mushrooms, or truffle and porcini risotto.
