Domaine d’Eugenie Vosne-Romanee Clos d’Eugénie 2019 0,75L

Domaine d’Eugénie Vosne-Romanée Clos d’Eugénie 2019

The Estate

Domaine d’Eugénie represents the continuation of the legendary Domaine Engel’s legacy under the ownership of François Pinault. Since its acquisition in 2006, the estate has been transformed into one of Burgundy’s most meticulously managed properties, applying the same exacting standards that define Château Latour in Bordeaux. Winemaker Emmanuel Rouget and director Frédéric Engerer have cultivated a philosophy of minimal intervention and precision viticulture.

The domaine’s commitment to organic farming, selective harvesting, and gentle winemaking techniques ensures that each cuvée expresses the purest characteristics of its terroir, from village-level wines to Grand Cru masterpieces.

Monopole Terroir: Clos d’Eugénie

Clos d’Eugénie is a rare monopole vineyard—a single-owner plot surrounding the domaine’s cellars in the heart of Vosne-Romanée village. This intimate parcel benefits from the village’s renowned limestone-clay soils, which provide excellent drainage while retaining enough moisture to sustain the vines through warm vintages. The proximity to the domaine allows for meticulous attention throughout the growing season and optimal harvest timing.

The vineyard’s mature vines, planted decades ago, produce concentrated yet refined fruit that captures the essence of Vosne-Romanée: elegance, aromatic complexity, and silky texture. The monopole status ensures complete control over viticultural decisions, from pruning to harvest, resulting in wines of remarkable consistency and purity.

The 2019 Vintage

2019 stands as one of Burgundy’s most successful vintages in recent memory, characterized by warm, dry conditions that produced wines of exceptional ripeness and concentration while maintaining crucial freshness. An early budbreak followed by a hot summer created ideal conditions for phenolic maturity, with timely rain showers in late summer preserving acidity. The harvest began in early September under perfect conditions, yielding perfectly ripe, healthy fruit.

The vintage is celebrated for producing Pinot Noir with both immediate appeal and impressive aging potential—wines that combine generosity with precision, showing the classic Burgundian balance between power and finesse.

Tasting Experience

• The nose opens with pure aromas of red cherry, raspberry, and wild strawberry, lifted by violet, rose petal, and subtle spice notes that exemplify Vosne-Romanée’s characteristic elegance.
• On the palate, the wine is silky, finely textured, and beautifully balanced, with a vibrant core of red fruit supported by polished tannins and a delicate mineral backbone.
• The mid-palate reveals layers of floral elegance, sweet spice, and gentle earth, unfolding gracefully without heaviness or extraction.
• Despite being a village-level wine, the Clos d’Eugénie shows remarkable depth and complexity, reflecting both the quality of the terroir and the domaine’s meticulous craftsmanship.
• The finish is long, perfumed, and graceful, echoing notes of fresh herbs, red berries, and a whisper of minerality that invites another sip.

Service & Food Pairing

Serve at 15-17°C in classic Burgundy stems to showcase the wine’s aromatic finesse and silky texture. Light decanting (15-20 minutes) will enhance the wine’s expression, though it’s equally enjoyable straight from the bottle. This is an accessible yet refined Burgundy that rewards both casual enjoyment and contemplative tasting.

Exceptional pairings:

• Roasted chicken with wild mushrooms and fresh herbs
• Grilled salmon with beurre rouge and seasonal vegetables
• Duck confit with cherry gastrique
• Mushroom risotto with Parmesan and truffle oil
• Soft-ripened cheeses like Camembert or Brie de Meaux

Cellaring & Evolution

The 2019 Clos d’Eugénie is approachable now, offering immediate pleasure with its generous fruit and silky texture. However, the wine will continue to develop beautifully over the next 8-12 years, gradually revealing tertiary notes of forest floor, leather, and dried flowers while maintaining its core of vibrant fruit. For those seeking youthful exuberance, enjoy over the next 2-3 years. Collectors interested in witnessing the wine’s evolution should cellar bottles until 2026-2028. Store horizontally in a cool (12-14°C), stable environment away from light and vibration.