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Clos-de-Vougeot ‘Quartier de Marei Haut’ Grand Cru
Flavours
Pinot Noir
Blackberry
Blackcurrant
Cherry
Minerality
Strawberry
Violet
BlackberryBlackcurrantCherryMineralityStrawberryViolet- Perfumed violet and mineral line, with blackberry, cherry and silky depth
- From Quartier de Marei Haut, a Grand Cru with poise and gentle chew
- 2022: the Domaine’s first vintage raised entirely in ceramic
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About this Wine
Arnoux-Lachaux’s holding lies in Quartier des Marei Haut, just below the château and high on the slope, where the vineyard takes on a very different character. From around 75-year-old vines, the 2022 is beautifully proportioned: perfumed, mineral and powerful without ever becoming heavy.
It also comes from the Domaine’s first vintage raised entirely in ceramic.
Please note: We work directly with the Domaine, therefore all wines are available strictly on allocation. The wines are intended for drinking, not trading and are priced accordingly.
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Flavour Profile
Perfumed and mineral, with blackberry, blackcurrant, cherry, violet and a silky, velvety frame.
Power
Fruitiness
Acidity
Tannins
Body
Alcohol
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Verified ReviewerServing tips
Drink now for perfume and poise, or allow time for added depth and harmony.
Serve at
16-17°C
Room temperature
Drinking window
ready to drink now, but a little patience could make it extraordinary
Tasting Notes
Parma violet, mineral drive and beautifully judged structure from 75-year-old vines high in Clos de Vougeot.
Clos de Vougeot is one of Burgundy’s great symbols, not just of place but of wine itself, with origins reaching back centuries.
Arnoux-Lachaux’s holding lies in Quartier des Marei Haut, just below the château, positioned high on the slope where drainage is excellent and the vineyard shows a very different side of itself.
This is a deeply intriguing expression of Clos de Vougeot.
Rather than leaning into sheer tannic force, Charles has shaped a wine of balance and proportion. The tannins have a gentle chew, enough to frame the sweet fruit without ever dominating it.
The nose is immediately inviting, exuding Parma violet and drawing you closer with each breath.
Despite the age of the vines, around 75 years, there’s a clear mineral line running through the wine, paired with just the right level of acidity to keep everything fresh and alive.
Nothing feels heavy. Nothing feels forced.
Complete. Composed.
And in 2022, that sense of proportion feels even more exposed. This was the first vintage in which the entire Arnoux-Lachaux range was raised exclusively in ceramic, leaving the perfume, mineral line and natural structure of the vineyard completely unobscured.
This is the kind of Clos de Vougeot that reminds you exactly why this place has commanded attention for centuries.
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The Plot
Arnoux-Lachaux’s parcel sits in Quartier des Marei Haut, high within Clos de Vougeot and immediately below the château.
The vines are around 75 years old, and the position high on the slope brings excellent drainage and a character quite different from the broader, heavier expressions sometimes associated with the appellation.
Here, the wine is about proportion rather than brute force.
There is still unmistakable Grand Cru depth and structure, but it is carried by perfume, minerality and freshness, giving the wine both authority and remarkable poise.
Technical Details
2022 marks a defining moment at Domaine Arnoux-Lachaux: the first vintage in which every wine from the Domaine was raised entirely in ceramic.
The wines spent an extended 36 months in neutral Clayver ceramic vessels before bottling. By removing the aromatic and structural imprint of oak, Charles is looking for the clearest possible expression of fruit, texture and vineyard.
Whole grapes remain central to the winemaking, alongside the Domaine’s distinctive vineyard work of tall, untrimmed vines and permanent vegetation between the rows.
Clos de Vougeot already brings ample natural structure, especially from vines of this age. The ceramic élevage therefore does not need to manufacture weight or shape. Instead, it leaves the wine’s Parma-violet perfume, mineral core and measured tannic frame completely exposed.
The result is Grand Cru power without heaviness.
Wine Details
| Category | Red |
|---|---|
| Producer | Domaine Arnoux-Lachaux |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Region | Burgundy |
| Subregion | Côte de Nuits |
| Appellation | Clos Vougeot, Vougeot |
| Climat | Quartier de Marei Haut |
| Classification | Grand Cru |
| Grape Variety | Pinot Noir |
| ABV | 13% |
| Size | 75cl |
| Sustainability | Biodynamic Principles, Hand Harvested, Organic Principles |
| Serving Temperature | 16-17°C (room temperature) |
Discover Their Story
There are turning points in every great region. Moments where tradition meets vision, and something extraordinary happens. For Burgundy, one of those moments is Charles Lachaux with the family domaine, Arnoux-Lachaux.
Since taking the reins of his family domaine in 2012, Charles has transformed Arnoux-Lachaux into one of the most closely followed names in the region. The wines are now among the most sought-after in the world – not for their rarity alone, but for their clarity, precision, and sense of life.
Our Take
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Reading back through my notes, one word recurs like a heartbeat: perfume. Not as a throwaway cliché, but as a presence that truly rises from the glass. These 2022s may still be infants, but the leap forward Charles and the team have achieved is astonishing.
Ben, Founder
Why It Matters
The details that tell the story
Rare Find
Exceptionally scarce and nearly impossible to find, a true hidden gem. A wine reserved for those who seek the extraordinary.
Single Source Vineyard
From a single, distinct vineyard each bottle captures the essence of its unique terroir. Capturing a singular place & time.
Hand Harvested
No machines, only human hands selecting each grape with care & precision.
Organic Principles
Grown with no synthetic chemicals and utmost respect for the terroir. Nature’s true expression in every sip.
Biodynamic Principles
Produced in harmony with nature, using lunar cycles and organics to nurture vibrant, living soils.
Grand Cru Classification
Only 33 small vineyard plots in Burgundy hold the world-renowned Grand Cru status. You're tasting the exceptional.
Pinot Noir
The signature red. Silky, complex, and hauntingly aromatic, capturing the essence of its terroir with every sip.
Discover the Region
Why Burgundy?
Burgundy has crafted legendary wines for over 2,000 years. The birthplace of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, it’s where every slope, village, and vineyard reveals its own voice of terroir.
You can grow vines almost anywhere, but only here is this magic bottled so beautifully.
There’s a saying amongst wine enthusiasts that all roads lead to Burgundy.
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2,000
Years of winemaking
84
Appellations
33
Grand Cru AOCs
What’s in the Box
Arrives like a gift should
Every Bottle Carefully Wrapped
A little ritual of care in every box. Each bottle is hand-wrapped in our signature tissue, so opening your wine feels like unwrapping a gift.
Meet the Growers Behind Your Wines
Discover the faces, stories, and passions behind your wines. Our producer cards bring you closer to the people who craft every bottle.
Discover Gift Options at Checkout
From elegant gift bags to wooden cases, you can elevate any bottle at checkout. Simple, thoughtful, and ready to impress.
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FAQs
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Is this wine ready to drink now?
Yes. This is ready to drink now, but a little patience could make it even more rewarding. Open one soon, then tuck another away if you want to watch it develop.
Should I buy one bottle or a few?
One to try, three if you want to follow it over time, six if you already know the producer or style. Burgundy moves quickly, and small parcels rarely hang around for long.
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How is it packed?
Each bottle is wrapped in tissue before being carefully placed into our specially imported Italian boxes, tested to rigorous standards. We have literally dropped them from the first storey of our house. All our packaging is paper-based and recyclable.
Can I send it as a gift?
Absolutely. As standard, our wines arrive wrapped in bespoke tissue paper. At checkout, you can also add gift bags, gift boxes and notes.
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