Domaine Dujac   Clos St Denis

2009 Clos St Denis

By Domaine Dujac

2009 Clos St Denis from Domaine Dujac, Burgundy, France

The 2009 vintage in Burgundy was one of charming generosity and alluring complexity. Amongst its stars shines the 2009 Clos St Denis from Domaine Dujac—a triumph in a bottle that epitomises the majesty of its storied terroir.

 

Investment-Worthy Elegance

In a region where vintages shape legends, the 2009 Clos St Denis from Domaine Dujac declares itself an investment-worthy exemplar. It is a wine sculpted by the deft hands of time and nature, offering discerning investors and collectors an opportunity to hold a fragment of Burgundian artistry. The season’s favourable climatic conditions endowed the grapes with optimal ripeness, a preamble to the exquisitely balanced profiles enshrined within this bottle.

 

The Harmony of 2009

The celebration of 2009 resonates in each aspect of its character—from the wine's deep ruby hue to its layered bouquet that murmurs notes of dark cherries, earthy undertones, and hints of spice—an olfactory testament to the vigor of its prime. The palate rejoices in matured nuances; svelte tannins partner with vivacious acidity to orchestrate a symphony of flavours that vaults this vinous offering into extraordinary realms. Its persistent finish interlaces every sip with grace and longevity, reminding one that Domaine Dujac’s craftsmanship is upheld even in years deemed less classical than others.

The 2009 Clos St Denis is a narrative woven from the sun-dappled canopies of Burgundy—it encapsulates an essence uniquely attuned to this season’s language. Its alliance between power and elegance unfurls with each uncorking and serves as a solid foundation for any serious portfolio. In investing in this vintage, one captures not just a consummate expression of place and time but also secures a gem that promises to yield delight as it matures further in the custody of patience.

 

A Captivating Vintage Ensemble

I find myself reflecting on the 2009 aura with fervent admiration. Every glass poured liberates anecdotes from sun-kissed vineyards and autumnal harvests painted golden by an indulgent September sun. To possess the 2009 Clos St Denis from Domaine Dujac is to weave one’s own story into the fabric of viticultural excellence—a tale that will echo for decades within the hallowed cellar halls as much as it will resonate on the tongue.

Market price (USD)

$12,520.00

12x75cl

Highest score

96

POP score

640.63

Scores and tasting notes

96

The 2009 Clos St. Denis initially comes across as big and powerful. The wine finds a more feminine side of its personality with time in the glass. Despite its deceptively mid-weight body, the 2009 has plenty of underlying structure and ideally needs to be cellared for at least a few years. The Clos St. Denis is the epitome of weightless elegance. Dark raspberries, flowers and sweet spices wrap around the eternal finish. Anticipated maturity: 2019-2039. My tasting at Dujac was one of the highlights of the two weeks I spent in Burgundy in late November/early December 2011. I tasted through all the 2010s in barrel and 2009s in bottle. The domaine’s 2009s are among the wines of the vintage. Importers: The Sorting Table, Napa, CA; tel. (415) 491-4724; Martin Scott Wines, Little Neck, NY; tel. (516) 327-0808; Chambers & Chambers, San Francisco, CA; tel. (415) 642-5500

Antonio Galloni - The Wine Advocate, 25 April 2012

Vintage performance