Nestled in the heart of Morey-Saint-Denis, Domaine Hubert Lignier is a benchmark estate of the Côte de Nuits, celebrated for crafting terroir-driven, age-worthy Pinot Noir. Founded in the early 20th century, the domaine rose to prominence under the guidance of Hubert Lignier, whose dedication to traditional viticulture and minimal-intervention winemaking earned international acclaim. Today, his son Laurent Lignier carries on the legacy, farming organically and working with a deep respect for the land and the nuances of each vineyard. With holdings in some of Burgundy’s most prestigious crus, including Clos de la Roche, Charmes-Chambertin, and Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Crus, the domaine delivers wines of exceptional depth, purity, and finesse.

The 2020 Clos de la Roche Grand Cru is the crown jewel in the estate’s lineup, sourced from one of Burgundy’s most powerful and complex Grand Cru sites. Clos de la Roche, situated in Morey-Saint-Denis, is renowned for its ability to deliver both muscular structure and aromatic elegance, and Lignier’s interpretation is a masterclass in balance and restraint.

In the glass, this wine reveals an alluring bouquet of black cherry, wild berries, violet, and crushed rose petals, wrapped in earthy notes of graphite, forest floor, and subtle spice. The palate is intense and multi-layered, with a core of ripe, dark fruit framed by firm yet velvety tannins and a vibrant mineral tension. It carries both the density of the vintage and the precision for which the domaine is known, building toward a long, stately finish that echoes with power and poise.

The 2020 Clos de la Roche is a wine of great stature and longevity, one that will benefit from cellaring over the next two decades, yet already hints at its profound complexity. A truly grand expression of Grand Cru Burgundy, from a domaine that consistently delivers wines of soul and substance.