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2007 Clos du Moulin aux Moines Auxey-Duresses Moulin aux Moines Vieilles Vignes Monopole
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Domaine du Clos du Moulin aux Moines features its iconic vineyard, the Clos du Moulin aux Moines, spanning 3 hectares within the esteemed Auxey-Duresses appellation. This prized plot, planted with Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, is enclosed by a high, historic stone wall and positioned at the base of a hill, bordered by the Cloux stream. The unique soil composition of red clay and limestone has been cultivated using traditional methods with draught horses since 2018, enhancing the vineyard’s dedication to sustainable practices.
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The 2007 Clos du Moulin aux Moines Auxey-Duresses Vieilles Vignes Monopole is a terroir wine from a 0.80-hectare vineyard planted in 1952 and 1954. This terroir features a unique clay-limestone soil composition, contributing to the wine's character. The bouquet is light and crisp, showcasing nuanced tertiary aromas with hints of wild heather and mint that develop elegantly in the glass. The palate offers fresh, slightly chewy notes of raspberry and cranberry, delivering good substance and a natural profile, complemented by a charming, subtly spiced finish. It’s essential to note that this is not associated with Lucien Le Moine but stands as an independent producer rooted in the heart of Auxey-Duresses. The estate has been under the stewardship of the Andrieu family since 2008, although its legacy stretches back to the 10th century with ties to the Cluny monks. Jordane Andrieu leads the domaine, embracing organic viticulture, manual harvesting, vintage-dependent de-stemming, natural fermentation, and barrel aging in their 15th-century cellar, employing 20-25% new oak for premium wines.
The 2007 Clos du Moulin aux Moines Auxey-Duresses Moulin aux Moines Vieilles Vignes Monopole lie at the entrance of a valley extending from Meursault to the Hautes-Côtes, just southwest of Beaune. This region, historically connected to the Abbey of Cluny, was once bustling with grain mills and grape presses, of which only the latter now remain to produce the AOC, recognized since 1937. The estate's centerpiece, Le Clos du Moulin aux Moines, is a heritage vineyard named after the estate itself and boasts an unparalleled setting. Enclosed by a protective stone wall—hence the name "Clos"—the plot is bordered by the Cloux stream below, with its upper section resting on rocky foundations rich in red clay and limestone. This is where the Vieilles Vignes cuvée is crafted: a robust, deep red wine. The vineyard practices organic cultivation enhanced by biodynamic preparations that promote soil vitality and microbiological health. Soil management includes winter grass cover and the exclusion of chemical treatments. Harvesting is done by hand, with meticulous sorting on a sorting table followed by the destemming of 100% of the grape bunches. The wine undergoes slow fermentation and maceration in cement tanks for 20-22 days, relying exclusively on wild yeasts. Daily pump-overs ensure optimal color and aroma extraction. After maceration, the wine is pressed and aged in oak barrels for 14 months, without filtration or fining, and with minimal sulfite addition.
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