2006 Dominique Laurent Clos de la Roche Grand Cru

This wine comes from Clos de la Roche, the largest and often considered the most "masculine" Grand Cru in Morey-Saint-Denis. Dominique Laurent, a former pastry chef turned "négociant-éleveur," is famous for his "200% new oak" method (racking wine from one new barrel into another), though he has refined this over the years to focus on "magic barrels" with very thick staves.

Highlights

• Vintage: 2006

• Region/Appellation: Morey-Saint-Denis, Côte de Nuits, Burgundy, France (Grand Cru)

• Producer: Dominique Laurent

• Grape: 100% Pinot Noir

• Style: Full-bodied, powerful, and structured. A "masculine" expression of Pinot Noir with deep extract and integrated spicy oak.

• Perfect for (food pairing): This wine demands rich, savory dishes. It pairs exceptionally well with Beef Fillet with Truffles, Slow-roasted Venison, or a classic Hare Royale. For cheese, it stands up beautifully to a mature Époisses.