2023 Domaine Lignier-Michelot Morey-Saint-Denis Vieilles Vignes 750ml

Overview

A concentrated and refined old-vine Morey-Saint-Denis from Domaine Lignier-Michelot, combining mature-vine depth with the freshness, aromatic complexity and structure brought by a high proportion of whole-bunch fermentation. The 2023 vintage draws on three village climats and delivers a classic expression of Pinot Noir from the heart of the Côte de Nuits.

Vineyard

The cuvée is assembled from three climats covering approximately 1.2 hectares: Chenevery, Cognées and Très Girard. The vines are between 60 and 70 years old. Significant millerandage in these parcels produces small, concentrated berries, contributing depth, complexity and length to the wine.

Winemaking

The 2023 Morey-Saint-Denis Vieilles Vignes was vinified with approximately 80% whole bunches. Domaine Lignier-Michelot generally matures its wines for 10 to 13 months in barrel before blending and resting them for a further four months in stainless steel. New oak does not exceed 30%, helping preserve freshness, balance and Pinot Noir aromatic expression.

Critic Reviews

90–92/100 — Jasper Morris, Inside Burgundy
Tasted November 2024

Producer

Domaine Lignier-Michelot is based in Morey-Saint-Denis in Burgundy’s Côte de Nuits. The Lignier family has cultivated vines in the village since the early 20th century, with estate bottling beginning in 1992. Today the domaine farms a little over eight hectares across Morey-Saint-Denis and neighbouring Côte de Nuits appellations.

Laure and Virgile Lignier place particular emphasis on freshness, purity and the expression of individual terroirs. Whole-bunch fermentation plays an important role in the domaine’s contemporary style, while restrained use of new oak helps maintain balance, finesse and aromatic complexity.

Specifications

• Vintage: 2023
• Producer: Domaine Lignier-Michelot
• Country: France
• Region: Burgundy, Côte de Nuits, Morey-Saint-Denis
• Appellation: Morey-Saint-Denis
• Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Noir
• Vineyards: Chenevery, Cognées and Très Girard
• Vineyard Area: Approximately 1.2 hectares
• Vine Age: 60–70 years
• Production: Approximately 6,000 bottles per vintage
• Whole Bunch: Approximately 80%
• Maturation: 10–13 months in barrel, followed by approximately 4 months in stainless steel
• New Oak: No more than 30%
• Alcohol: 13%
• Wine Style: Still Red Wine
• Sweetness: Dry
• Drinking Window: 2028–2038