Gerard Raphet Clos Vougeot 2021

The Rafet family, in which for four generations the secrets of making Burgundy wines are handed over, belongs to the family domain in Moray-Saint-Denis, as well as the sites of some of the most important Grand Cru in the Côtes de Nuits, including Sharm-Schamberten and Claude-laux Rosh. ” In general, the family owns and rents 30 acres (just over 12 hectares) of Burgundy vineyards. Most of the vines are old, there are even 100-year-olds. Currently, the family business is led by Gerard Rafet , who officially headed the domain in 2002, when his father Jean Rafet resigned, although until 2002, Gerard led the vineyards for many years. Gerard is known for making absolutely classic, elegant red Burgundy wines that are aged in oak barrels and produced unfiltered. The generous aroma of wine is filled with tart currant notes and ripe cherries. The taste of the wine is harmonious, elegant, with excellent acidity, smooth texture, predominant shades of ripe dark fruits and light oak nuances.